Underwriting Assistant

UFP Industries•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Underwriting Assistant directly supports our Commercial P&C Underwriting team by performing administrative and technical tasks that facilitate the evaluation, processing, and servicing of Excess & Surplus lines insurance policies. This role is essential in ensuring timely and accurate handling of submissions, endorsements, and policy documentation.

Requirements

Associate’s degree, or equivalent work experience.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced environment, without sacrificing quality.
Team player with commitment to excellent client service.

Nice To Haves

Ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively with strong attention to detail.
Understanding of insurance regulations and underwriting guidelines.

Responsibilities

Receive, log, and organize incoming submissions from brokers and agents. Ensure all required documentation is complete.
Input and maintain accurate data in various systems including SharePoint, Excel, and others as needed.
Assist in the preparation, issuance, and delivery of quotes, binders, policies, and endorsements.
Communicate with brokers, agents, and internal departments to gather information, clarify details, and follow up on outstanding items.
Maintain organized files for underwriting records and correspondence.
Review documents for completeness and accuracy before finalizing. Ensure all underwriting files meet internal compliance standards and guidelines.
Generate Excel reports and summaries for underwriters and management as needed.
Provide general administrative support to the underwriting team and contribute to other insurance department projects and assignments as needed.
Performs other similar duties as assigned.