Associate Underwriter - Commercial Lines

Amwins; Calabasas (CA); Hybrid; USD 63,273 - 77,334; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Career advancement opportunities

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Amwins is looking for an Associate Underwriter in Woodland Hills, CA, for a full-time position. This role involves reviewing submissions, preparing quotes, and handling discrepancies. Candidates should have at least 1 year of insurance experience or a related degree. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, are essential. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual bonus potential, medical coverage, generous PTO, and career advancement opportunities within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of prior insurance experience and/or a related degree.
• Ability to obtain Property & Casualty License within 90 days.
• Exceptional attention to detail and customer-service focus.

Responsibilities

• Review submission information for quotes.
• Prepare new or renewal quotes.
• Handle inspection recommendations and discrepancies.
• Assist in invoicing and data entry.

Skills

Insurance experience

Team-oriented mindset

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Associate Underwriter – Amwins Access, Woodland Hills, CA

This is a full-time, in‑office position located in the Woodland Hills, CA office with potential for a hybrid schedule once training is complete.

Qualifications

• 1 year of prior insurance experience and/or a related degree from an accredited four‑year university
• Property & Casualty License, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days (cost reimbursed; study support provided by Amwins)
• Team‑oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high‑quality work
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities, handle pressure, and thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume work environment
• Strong communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail, organization, professionalism, and a customer‑service focus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel spreadsheets

Responsibilities

• Review submission information required to issue new or renewal quotes.
• Rate and prepare new or renewal quotes as directed by the Underwriter.
• Review and handle inspection recommendations and discrepancies.
• Monitor various reports for consistency.
• Potential for policy issuance and endorsement processing, including audits.
• Assist in accounting procedures such as invoicing.
• Data entry into multiple internet‑based systems.

Benefits

• Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience.
• Annual bonus potential.
• Broad benefits package available (most benefits available first day of employment):
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc.
• Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Travel Reimbursement for healthcare, Retail Discount Program, Scholarships for dependents of Amwins employees, etc.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Schedule.
• Collaborative, continuing education‑focused work environment.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Compensation

Pursuant to California regulation, the compensation range for this position is $70,304 USD – $70,304 USD and includes eligibility for performance‑based bonuses.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.