Associate Underwriter – E&S Homeowners, Personal Lines

Howden; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Unlimited PTO

401k with company match

Volunteer days

Job summary

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking an Associate Underwriter E&S Homeowners Personal Lines in San Diego, CA. The role supports underwriting through quoting, binding, and policy lifecycle tasks while building broker relationships. Reports to the VP Underwriting, E&S Homeowners, with travel up to 10%.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in risk management/finance/business and 0-3 years in underwriting or insurance, plus proficiency in MS Office. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, business or a related field preferred.
• 0-3 year underwriter or insurance experience.
• Foundational knowledge of insurance principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to follow policies and procedures; learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Process submissions by providing account triage for Underwriters.
• Provide backup support for Underwriters when traveling in the market.
• Gather and compile information required to quote and/or bind an account.
• Generate, edit, and send out correspondence on behalf of the Underwriters.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of underwriting principles and risk characteristics.
• Learn market dynamics, competitive landscape, and product differences.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree (risk management/finance/business)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking an Associate Underwriter E&S Homeowners Personal Lines in San Diego, CA. The role supports underwriting through quoting, binding, and policy lifecycle tasks while building broker relationships. Reports to the VP Underwriting, E&S Homeowners, with travel up to 10%.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in risk management/finance/business and 0-3 years in underwriting or insurance, plus proficiency in MS Office. Competitive salary and benefits offered.