Technical Assistant

AXIS (AXIS Capital) • Chicago, IL

2d • $40,000 - $55,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. How does this role contribute to our collective success? As a Technical Assistant this role will act within established guidelines and support the Underwriting teams, working closely with Underwriting Assistants and Underwriters to provide clerical/office support to assigned business unit(s) and/or department(s). What will you do in this role? Prepare policies for policy issuance where applicable. Review policies for accuracy and regulatory standards Review policy logs for accurate input Input policy and underwriting data in appropriate systems Process endorsements per request within established Company guidelines – where applicable Work with identified resources to maintain a structured diary system. Work with identified resources to structure and maintain file organization. Coordinate file pulls and manages diary system to ensure that all necessary information is received within established timelines. Follow up on delinquent data. Submission management – where applicable Actively be able to switch between competing tasks and priorities. Open communication by phone, email, video services, or in person where applicable You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role. About You: We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

Requirements

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Solid mathematical aptitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (particularly, Excel and Word)
• Good computer, organization, written and verbal communication skills.
• Good multi-tasking skills: ability to organize work and perform within time constraints.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of underwriting principles and processes
• Understands how to access and utilize necessary reference materials.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements
• Preferred knowledge of policy forms and documentation

Responsibilities

• Prepare policies for policy issuance where applicable.
• Review policies for accuracy and regulatory standards
• Review policy logs for accurate input
• Input policy and underwriting data in appropriate systems
• Process endorsements per request within established Company guidelines – where applicable
• Work with identified resources to maintain a structured diary system.
• Work with identified resources to structure and maintain file organization.
• Coordinate file pulls and manages diary system to ensure that all necessary information is received within established timelines.
• Follow up on delinquent data.
• Submission management – where applicable
• Actively be able to switch between competing tasks and priorities.
• Open communication by phone, email, video services, or in person where applicable
• You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

Benefits

• comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family
• health and wellness programs
• retirement plans
• tuition reimbursement
• paid vacation
• much more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees