Underwriting Assistant

Jencap•Atlanta, GA

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

A position involved with working closely with the underwriters to become familiar with underwriting operations, policies and procedures including rating, ordering underwriting reports, processing insurance valuations etc. as may be required of the position. Handle renewal set ups and endorsement processing under the direction of the Underwriter.. The Underwriting Assistant will work a hybrid schedule from our Atlanta, GA office.

Requirements

Recognize and effectively act upon situations with limited supervision.
Solid familiarity with computers
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to follow instructions and adhere to prescribed routines and practices.
Maintain an attention to detail.
Good analytical skills Effective time management and organizational skills
Good interpersonal skills/Effective team skills
Minimum high school diploma or GED.
One year of similar related job experience preferred

Responsibilities

Rate policies, endorsements, etc. or review previously rated policies for proper rating. Knowledge of rating manuals and application of same.
Develop information for the processing of new or renewal policies ie. loss runs etc. utilizing knowledge of automated systems
Prepare quotations and proposals for broker client and assist underwriter by answering or fielding questions from broker clients and company personnel.
Enter and/or research information in the company imageright system and apply this information in accordance with department workflow procedures.
Request additional information from broker necessary for the proper processing of applications, endorsements, and cancellations including any underwriting related report from external sources. Perform routine follow-ups and referrals for same.
Assist underwriters by handling broker’s verbal and written requests or comments concerning applications, endorsements, cancellations or etc.
Assist underwriters by processing a preliminary evaluation of company loss experience for individual accounts.
Assist underwriters in preparing new and renewal applications for initial evaluation, rating, and final pricing.
Communicate effectively with supervisor regarding resolving internal and external processing issues and problems.
Process policies (incl. of new, renewal, and endorsements) in all areas via both company automated systems and manually, including maintenance of policy logs and policy distribution, as required.
Process conditional renewal/non-renewal notices, both internally and externally.
Process renewal letters electronically: collate, scan, mail and distribute.
Communicate with external company personnel regarding form changes and effectively implement and communicate the use of same.
Clear new business in agency automated systems.
Scan and index documents etc. into automated system.
Structure and maintain State regulatory required administrative files.
Special projects as needed.