Underwriting Analyst

EPIC Brokers•Newport Beach, CA

About The Position

Come join our team! There are many reasons why EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has become one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry. Fueled and driven by capable, committed people who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day, EPIC is always looking for people who have “the right stuff” – people who know what they want and aren’t afraid to make it happen. Headquartered in San Francisco and founded in 2007, our company has over 3,000 employees nationwide. With locations spread out across the U.S., our local market knowledge and industry expertise helps support our clients' regional and global needs. We have grown very quickly since our founding, and we continue to see growth and success thanks to our hard-working and growth-minded employees. Our core values are: Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. If these values and growth align with what you're looking for in your next career? Then consider joining our amazing team! Location: Austin, TX, Dallas, TX or Newport Beach, CA JOB OVERVIEW: An Underwriting Analyst works on financial deliverables for self-funded and insured clients to ensure consistent and quality of analytical results. The underwriting analyst is responsible for experience reporting, managing RFP’s, creating renewal workbooks, setting client budgets and negotiating client renewals, among other items. This role may have some client facing responsibilities. Additionally, underwriting analysts must be able to work with the service team to meet client needs with efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

General knowledge of coverages and services regarding Employee benefits.
Intermediate knowledge of navigating the Internet as well as various Microsoft Office programs to include Windows, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel.
Strong attention to detail and time management abilities.
Strong ability to multi-task and assign priorities.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently both with and without direct supervision.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment as well as independently.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
Experienced with agency management systems and HR portals, and the capability to learn and use other systems quickly and effectively.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Two or more years’ experience performing financial analysis at a benefits consulting or brokerage firm, or comparable experience with an insurance carrier, or TPA.
Must have working knowledge of a variety of Microsoft Office computer software applications to include Windows, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. The position continually requires teamwork, responsiveness, demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

Generally has a supporting role in larger, more complex accounts and may have a leading role in smaller, less complex accounts
Works closely with producers and other client facing teams to understand the clients/ prospects needs
Submits coverage specifications and obtains quotes from potential carriers
Reviews monthly and quarterly experience reporting for clients for accuracy
Assists service team in educating clients regarding utilization, carrier reports, and third party vendor applications used to view claims and financial data, etc
Projects client claim data forward to develop budgets
Educates service team regarding experience reporting, utilization, carrier reports, self-funding options, etc.
Provide additional support to the service teams for new and existing clients.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time off
Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees (personal time off without accruals or caps); 22 PTO days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees; 12 company-observed paid holidays; 4 early close days
Generous leave time options: Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave
Generous employee referral bonus program of $1,500 per hired referral
Quarterly employee recognition program for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs (and trips!)
Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group
Professional growth & development: Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Leadership Development
Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause & Midlife Support
Additional benefits include (but are not limited to): 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness & employee assistance programs
50/50 Work Culture: EPIC fosters a 50/50 culture between producers and the rest of the business, supporting collaboration, teamwork, and an inclusive work environment. It takes both production and service to be EPIC!
EPIC Gives Back – Some of our charitable efforts include Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation