Entry-Level Underwriter Trainee - Hybrid, Mentored Program

International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP); Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) match

Profit sharing

PTO 38 days

Educational assistance

Job summary

IAT Insurance Group is hiring an Associate Underwriter in the Jersey City/Newark area as part of our Associate Underwriter Program. This entry-level role offers mentoring and exposure to all angles of underwriting within the Excess and Surplus unit.

The position supports a hybrid schedule, combining office presence Monday through Wednesday with remote work Thursday and Friday, with opportunities to learn and grow in a structured program starting June 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• A four-year college degree or equivalent applicable experience.
• Equivalent experience defined as 4 years in the insurance industry.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Excellent oral and written communication with demonstrated leadership, professionalism, organization, and time management.
• Authorized to work in the United States and not require visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate information to determine risk acceptability, price, and document decisions.
• Make decisions based on evaluation of information.
• Communicate and negotiate underwriting and pricing decisions.
• Document decisions per best practices and regulatory standards.
• Build effective relationships with agency personnel and internal staff.
• Act with urgency on inquiries/requests.
• Provide unmatched customer service.
• Drive new business opportunities to assigned agents.
• Assist with reporting and project needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Leadership

Time management

Organization

Travel willingness

Work authorization

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent experience

Job description

IAT Insurance Group is hiring an Associate Underwriter in the Jersey City/Newark area as part of our Associate Underwriter Program. This entry-level role offers mentoring and exposure to all angles of underwriting within the Excess and Surplus unit.

The position supports a hybrid schedule, combining office presence Monday through Wednesday with remote work Thursday and Friday, with opportunities to learn and grow in a structured program starting June 1, 2027.