Underwriting Associate I

Western National Group & Umialik Insurance • Anchorage, AK

1d • $24 - $32 • Hybrid

About The Position

Umialik Insurance Company, a member of the Western National Insurance Group, is seeking an Underwriting Associate who will assist our Commercial Lines Operations Team in profitable premium growth. Key responsibilities include policy processing and technical support for both new and renewal business. The individual who fills this position will operate under a designated level of authority while creating strong agency relationships.

Requirements

• Knowledge of property-and-casualty industry practices, standards, and underwriting concepts.
• Proven analytical skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and solve basic problems.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time well.
• Bachelor’s degree in insurance or finance, or equivalent related experience.

Nice To Haves

• AU and / or INS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists underwriters in the daily underwriting and processing of new and renewal business, endorsements, and premium audit transactions.
• Uses established practices, processes, and procedures to renew and write new policies based on underwriting authority level.
• Makes decisions and recommendations for varied situations while applying judgment to interpret related information, policies, and procedures.
• Applies knowledge to help solve problems of relatively limited scope and complexity.
• Communicates with assigned agencies and underwriters, creating and delivering varied types of messages and information.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plan options and other standard employee benefits, including dental insurance, vision benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, and more!
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Plan (plus company match)
• Wellbeing Program, including onsite fitness studio
• Paid Time Off – including holiday, vacation, and volunteer
• 100% company-paid tuition reimbursement for approved job-relevant coursework and access to The Institutes (Risk and insurance education)
• Paid parental leave
• Bonus opportunities
• Western National believes in supporting balance between work and life by providing a flexible work environment, which includes a variety of hybrid work arrangements designed to balance individual, job, department, and company needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees