Underwriting Assistant
About The Position
One80 Intermediaries is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join its growing team in New York, New York. This onsite role provides administrative and clerical support to underwriting staff, helping ensure smooth operations and accurate documentation. The assistant will learn the underwriting process and gain practical experience under the guidance of experienced professionals. The role involves learning underwriting guidelines and risk-assessment criteria, reviewing insurance applications, gathering and evaluating relevant applicant data, and assisting underwriters with risk assessment. The assistant may also support the development of insurance policies and products and communicate with agents, brokers, and clients to gather information and clarify questions. The role requires staying current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and underwriting techniques.
Requirements
- Associate degree or higher in finance, business, economics, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in assessing risk.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Mandarin is strongly preferred.
- Basic knowledge of insurance principles and practices is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Learn the company's underwriting guidelines, policies, and risk-assessment criteria.
- Review insurance applications, verify information, and evaluate potential risks.
- Collect and analyze applicant background, risk-factor, and other relevant data.
- Assist experienced underwriters in evaluating the risk associated with insuring clients or businesses.
- May assist with developing insurance policies and products tailored to specific markets or industries.
- Communicate with insurance agents, brokers, and clients to obtain information and clarify questions about the underwriting process.
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in underwriting techniques.
- Provide administrative and clerical support to underwriting staff, helping ensure smooth operations and document accuracy.
Benefits
- Medical and prescription drug coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
- 401(k)
- Student loan assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free mental health and enhanced advocacy services
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Preferred partner discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
