Underwriting Assistant, Surety Underwriting Center

Sompo International•Mount Juliet, TN

39d•Onsite

About The Position

As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people. At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world. Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions. Are you looking for your next opportunity? Sompo has a unique opportunity for an Underwriting Assistant in our Surety Underwriting Center business unit. As an Underwriting Assistant, you will be responsible for the daily processing and management of surety bonds, while also supporting the broader Surety team. You will also manage key relationships with underwriters and agency partners to ensure efficient and accurate service delivery. Location: This position will be based in our Mount Juliet, TN office. We strive for collaboration, which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long-lasting careers. Our business, your impact, our opportunity: What you'll be doing:

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a technical/underwriting assistant with similar duties preferred
Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities
Strong written and oral communication skills (email, phone, in-person)
Computer skills including Excel, Outlook, Edge/Chrome, Nitro Pro (Adobe)
Ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively with others
Planning and organizational skills
Attention to detail
Desire to learn, positive attitude and willingness to take on new opportunities or responsibilities from UW's or Leads

Responsibilities

Process Surety business through data entry, Underwriter support, understanding rating scenarios, and producing error-free work through strong attention-to-detail
Develop superior working relationships with underwriters and act as the first point of contact with timely service inquiries
Maintain successful relationships with agencies and clients
Display and use knowledge with filed rates, minimum premium, rater and assisting with line cards
Manage internal reports: monthly renewal, status reports, data cleanup projects, submission under review & quoted status
Provide support to Surety Underwriting Center team (other UAs, account management, bond forms, collections)

Benefits

Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution
Pharmacy benefits with mail order options
Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children
Vision benefits
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children
Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions
Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays
Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program
Employee Assistance Program
Tax-Free Commuter Benefit
Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits