Underwriting/Brokerage Assistant

Ck Specialty Insurance Associates, Inc; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic insurance company is seeking a detail-oriented Brokerage/Underwriting Assistant to support underwriting and brokerage teams. This role offers significant career growth opportunities, including licensing and education, and allows for building a book of business and a team, with remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in excess and surplus insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating insurance applications and underwriting risks.
• Prepare quotes by analyzing carrier underwriting guidelines.
• Communicate with insurance carriers and clients.
• Organize and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma

College degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Brokerage/Underwriting Assistant to support our underwriting and brokerage teams. This role involves assisting in the placement of difficult-to-insure risks, evaluating insurance applications, preparing quotes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and governmental regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong analytical and communication skills, and be eager to build a long-term career in the insurance industry.

This position offers significant career growth opportunities, including licensing, underwriting, and brokerage training. Ambitious individuals will be fast-tracked to build a book of business and a team, earning residual commission income from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwriting & Brokerage Support
• Assist in evaluating insurance applications and underwriting risks.
• Prepare quotes by analyzing carrier underwriting guidelines and market acceptability.
• Assist in pre-rating and selecting the correct policy language for insurance contracts.
• Manage documentation and ensure compliance with underwriting and brokerage standards.
• Market & Client Interaction
• Communicate with insurance carriers, markets, and retail insurance broker clients via email and phone.
• Submit brokerage applications and follow up on required documentation to secure bindable quotes.
• Collaborate with a team to support quoting for new business and renewals.
• Operational Support
• Organize and maintain accurate documentation in internal systems.
• Track and follow up on outstanding submissions and quotes.
• Assist in streamlining processes to improve efficiency and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Required Skills
• Proficient in computer applications and documentation management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and commitment to continuous growth and professional development.
• Experience & Education
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in excess and surplus insurance

Career Growth & Advancement

This role provides a structured career path, including:

• Licensing and industry education to advance into an Underwriter or Broker position.
• The opportunity to build a book of business and develop a team with residual commission earnings.
• Exposure to a dynamic and fast-growing company, offering long-term financial independence and career flexibility.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, Vacation, and Sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Disability insurance
• Remote work flexibility