Connector Underwriting Associate

ryansg; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RT Connector role at RT Specialty (division of Ryan Specialty) focuses on accessing multiple carriers for E&S small commercial coverage through a single, streamlined application. You will issue bindable quotes and policies with efficiency and accuracy.

The position requires 5–7 years in insurance underwriting, with preference for E&S, ConceptOne, and underwriting associate experience. Strong collaboration with underwriting, support, and product teams is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years in Insurance Industry or Binding Underwriting.
• Preferred experience in Excess & Surplus Lines (E&S).
• Preferred experience as an Underwriter Associate.
• Preferred experience with ConceptOne.

Responsibilities

• Assist binding of insurance policies in compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulations.
• Execute complex tasks to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Mentor and train team members to develop skills and performance.
• Evaluate renewals, new business and endorsements per guidelines and authority.
• Manage underwriting applications to rate, document and issue accurate policies.
• Review endorsements and changes to coverage, terms or limits and track notifications.
• Review inspection reports to confirm risk quality and exposure base accuracy.
• Maintain organized records of binding transactions and client information.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and explain policy terms.

Skills

Underwriting

Insurance industry

Binding underwriting

E&S knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Risk & Insurance designation

Job description

RT Specialty, a division of Ryan Specialty, is a leading wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products and services. Our experienced brokers are specialized in property, casualty, professional lines, transportation and workers' compensation, providing creative solutions to retail brokerage firms. We define ourselves through our superior execution on behalf of our clients, which has established us as a leader in the industry.

Position Summary

RT Connector allows retail insurance agents to efficiently access multiple lines of coverage from multiple carriers for their E&S small commercial business. Through one single, streamlined application, RT Connector offers bindable quotes from multiple carriers and will issue policies with the click of a button.

What will your job entail?

• Assists the process of binding insurance policies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with binding underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Employ expertise to execute complex tasks ensuring maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
• Act as a training resource, mentoring and guiding team members to foster skill development and optimize performance.
• Evaluates renewals, new business and endorsements according to guidelines outlined in the business requirements documents and within their authority level.
• Manages underwriting applications with the information necessary to rate, document and issue accurate and compliant policies.
• Reviews and processes policy endorsements, including changes to coverage, limits, or policy terms, ensuring accuracy and timely implementation and tracks cancellation notifications, non- renewal, and renewal solicitation notifications.
• Review inspection reports to assess risk quality and to confirm exposure base accuracy.
• Maintains comprehensive and organized records of all binding transactions and related documentation, including policy details, endorsements, and client information.
• Communicates with clients to collect required information, explains policy terms and conditions, and addresses any questions or concerns related to the binding process.
• Executes the work assigned by the Connector activity workgroup in the standard service timeline.
• Collaborate with other underwriting team members, Support, and Product Managers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Connector processes and workflows.
• Provides feedback to internal team members regarding trends and efficiency opportunities.
• Assists the Connector team with any ad hoc tasks and special requests as needed.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of work experience in Insurance Industry or Binding Underwriting.
• Preferred experience in Excess & Surplus Lines
• Preferred experience as an Underwriter Associate
• Preferred experience in ConceptOne

Education:

Bachelor's degree required; Risk Management and Insurance Business Administration, Business Operations and Sales preferred. Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered.

Licenses & Certifications:

Preferred: Active designation from Risk & Insurance Education Alliance or The Institutes

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

How We Support Our Teammates

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

The target salary range for this position is $64,000.00 - $80,000.00 annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable s