Remote Insurance Underwriting Assistant

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid training and development programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent and organized Remote Insurance Underwriting Assistant to support the underwriting team from home. You will gather and review policy information, prepare documentation, manage correspondence, and ensure data accuracy in underwriting systems.

The role emphasizes administrative excellence, remote collaboration, and contributing to efficient service delivery nationwide in Canada. Training and growth opportunities are provided within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative support, preferably in financial services or insurance.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Effective written and verbal communication; able to work remotely and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters by reviewing new and renewal insurance applications.
• Collect and verify necessary documentation, such as financial statements and risk reports.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and other underwriting correspondence.
• Maintain accurate records in the underwriting management system.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and organized Remote Insurance Underwriting Assistant to provide crucial support to their underwriting team. In this role, you will assist underwriters by gathering and reviewing policy information, preparing documentation, managing correspondence, and ensuring data accuracy within underwriting systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong administrative skills and an interest in the insurance industry to develop their career in a fully remote capacity. You will play a vital part in streamlining the underwriting process and ensuring efficient service delivery nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in reviewing new and renewal insurance applications.
• Collect and verify necessary documentation, such as financial statements and risk reports.
• Prepare policy documents, endorsements, and other underwriting correspondence.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the underwriting management system.
• Communicate with brokers and internal teams to clarify information and resolve queries.
• Support underwriters with ad-hoc administrative tasks and projects.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative support role, ideally within the financial services or insurance sector.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn about insurance underwriting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within underwriting.
• Fully remote position, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Paid training and development programs.
• Supportive team environment and access to cutting‑edge remote work tools.