Underwriting Assistant

Summary

Join Integrated Specialty Coverages (ISC), a leading Insurtech company, as a support staff member for senior underwriters handling personal lines and homeowners policies. You will perform administrative duties, conduct risk assessments, and assist with rate computations. This developing-level position requires a bachelor's degree, at least one year of underwriting or related insurance experience, and strong customer service skills. ISC offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, and various other perks such as professional development opportunities and a wellness platform. The role offers progression to Underwriter I. ISC is committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 1 year of underwriting or related insurance experience required
• Strong customer service experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn industry-specific software
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments
• Strong desire to learn, explore new ideas, and seeking out new knowledge
• Ability to be flexible, embrace change, and quickly pivot in response to shifting priorities

Responsibilities

• Utilize understanding of exposures and risks analysis to assess loss history and current condition of finances for a case
• Collects, studies, and reviews documentation pertaining to risk cases, performing risk analysis to conclude whether a case is worth accepting
• Conduct preliminary reviews of complex submissions to identify errors, omissions, and confirm eligibility
• Collaborate closely with the underwriting team to finalize insurance applications efficiently
• Utilize multiple databases to gather and verify supplementary data for submissions
• Manage inbound calls, connecting customers and team members to ensure a seamless and positive experience
• Respond to customer needs, providing guidance and assistance tailored to their insurance needs
• Process accounts from approved quotes through to policy issuance with accuracy and efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

CPCU, CIC, CRIS, Property & Casualty Brokers License, etc. a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with match
• Paid time off
• Employee Ownership Program - every eligible employee shares in the financial rewards that grow when the company grows
• Professional development opportunities
• Owner Referral Program
• Work from home reimbursement for remote/hybrid roles
• Burnalong digital health and wellness platform
• Canary emergency financial assistance program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Confidential, Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account, includes company contribution
• Short-term disability
• Voluntary benefits - supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital insurance
• Employee discounts
• 401(k) Plan with company match contribution
• Various Time Off Programs
• 11 company paid holidays