Underwriter L.A.U.N.C.H Program - APU

Amwins•Camp Hill, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Amwins Underwriter L.A.U.N.C.H. Program (Leadership, Aptitude, Underwriting Principles, Networking, Culture, Hands on) is an intensive nine-week education and training program hosted by the Amwins Underwriting division. Participants learn about the insurance industry, underwriting practices, and the Amwins organization; develop professional skills; and network across the organization. The program includes targeted insurance and program-insurance education, case studies and knowledge checks, system training, presentations, professional development, interaction with Amwins leadership, exposure to the Group Support Team and home office, and continued education to complement on-the-job duties. Training takes place in Charlotte, North Carolina, where housing is provided for the nine-week program. After training, participants relocate to Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, and may travel to Charlotte or other Amwins offices up to twice a year for additional training over the next few years. After completing the program, the participant moves into an entry-level underwriting support role with Amwins Program Underwriters (APU), a managing general agency specializing in affinity and program management. APU develops and maintains insurance programs for niche markets and manages more than 40 programs.

Requirements

Interest and passion for insurance and underwriting.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Entrepreneurial spirit.
High motivation.
Problem-solving ability.
Located in the listed area.
Able to work in an office.

Nice To Haves

Risk Management and Insurance (RMI) degree preferred.
Early-career candidate, with less than two years of experience.

Responsibilities

Support the lead underwriter by gathering account information to rate, quote, and bind policies.
Maintain and manage account documentation and files.
Communicate with clients and internal departments to gather information, provide updates, and resolve issues and inquiries.
Rate new or renewal quotes as directed by the underwriter.
Monitor reports for consistency.
Provide administrative support and related services, including entering account information into the system.
Travel as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage available on the first day of employment.
Choice of medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield; Kaiser available for California employees.
Mental health support, including virtual therapy, digital coaching, and 24/7 EAP counseling.
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account with company contributions.
Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter benefits.
Parental leave and adoption assistance.
Voluntary life insurance, critical illness, accident, and identity theft protection coverage.
Retiree medical benefits for Medicare-eligible retirees.
401(k) with company match.
Generous paid time off and company holiday schedule.
Collaborative, continuing-education-focused work environment.
Career advancement opportunities.