The Underwriting Assistant will work a hybrid schedule from our Avon, CT or Las Vegas, NV, or Remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting underwriting through a variety of functions that include new business and renewal policy set up, account coordination, report ordering, data collection and information follow-up.
• Reviews information in insurance applications to help make initial determination on risk acceptability
• Review rating for accuracy from rating vendor for assigned Underwriter(s).
• Inputs account information into MGA management system.
• Proficient in rating and policy issuance based on binding conditions.
• Promptly handles various requests from Agents and/or Underwriters through phone and written correspondence.
• Works directly with agents to resolve problems and issues.
• Manages account documentation (i.e., proposals, internal risk evaluation documents, etc.).
• Responsible for handling high volumes of transactions.
• Provide back-up for others in the department.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining strong working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Works on special projects as needed or assigned by UA Team Lead and/or Manager

Qualifications:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and other database software.
• Working knowledge of insurance coverages, procedures, and rating.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Preferred: Familiar with NCCI and Workers Compensation independent rating bureau websites and rate, rule, and form manuals.
• Minimum of 2-3 years in the property casualty insurance industry.
• Policy Service background with emphasis in Workers Compensation.
• Experience with: Agency Management Systems, various Policy rating and issuance systems; (IMS, Insurity, Policy Decisions a plus).
• Working knowledge of WC Rules/Forms, Proof of Coverage and WCPols reporting, ODEN and other various 3rd party Underwriting rating and risk assessment apps/tools.