Underwriting Assistant

Ck Specialty Insurance Associates, Inc • Vancouver, WA

8h • Remote

About The Position

Ck Specialty Insurance Associates is a rapidly growing, independently owned wholesale insurance brokerage committed to providing innovative and customized insurance solutions to retail agents and brokers across the country. Founded in 1998, Ck Specialty has grown into a respected name in the Excess & Surplus (E&S) marketplace, focusing on a wide range of commercial and personal lines. The company operates with a '120% mentality', valuing precision, reliability, organization, and speed (PROS). They seek self-starters, problem-solvers, and professionals. Joining Ck Specialty offers a supportive, high-energy team culture, room for growth and career development, strong leadership that invests in training and development, and a voice at the table. The company is looking for a detail-oriented professional to join as an Underwriting Assistant, a role focused on supporting underwriting operations. The ideal candidate enjoys working with data, maintaining accurate records, supporting underwriters, and assisting with tools like Levitate for relationship management.

Requirements

• Detail-oriented professional
• Enjoys working with data, maintaining accurate records, supporting underwriters, and assisting with tools like Levitate for relationship management
• Proficient in documentation management and related systems
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and shift between tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and commitment to continuous growth and professional development
• Comfortable handling a large workload and shifting focus as needed to meet deadlines
• Proactive and self-motivated, able to take initiative to follow up and resolve issues

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years of Underwriting experience
• Experience with Levitate, Canva, or similar CRM, marketing, or design tools

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Underwriting team to ensure timely, accurate, and complete submission of documentation.
• Review incoming submissions for completeness and proactively resolve gaps before underwriter review.
• Input and update data within quoting systems and underwriting platforms to support efficient turnaround times.
• Serve as a liaison between brokers, clients, and underwriters to obtain missing details and clarify requirements.
• Maintain organized, up-to-date digital files and records to ensure compliance and accessibility.
• Track submission and quote progress, providing regular status updates to the Underwriting team and management.
• Assist in underwriting review of files, preparing quotes, and submitting to underwriters for approval.
• Support process improvements and workflow efficiencies to enhance productivity.
• Manage renewal lists, including renewal evaluation, shopping, quoting and follow up.
• Provide feedback and contribute ideas for improving product sheets, marketing materials, and training resources.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, Vacation, and Sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Disability insurance
• Remote work flexibility
• Exposure to a dynamic and fast-growing company, offering long-term financial independence and career flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees