Hybrid Personal Lines Underwriting Assistant

Ryan Specialty, LLC; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Mental health services

Job summary

Ryan Specialty, LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking an Underwriting Assistant for the Personal Lines Binding Authority team. This entry‑level role supports the policy binding process, documentation, endorsements, renewals, and other admin tasks while learning underwriting operations.

You will work closely with Underwriters and brokers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, gain exposure to underwriting processes, and have the opportunity to pursue licensing and professional development with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• Strong interest in building a long-term career within the insurance industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to obtain a Property & Casualty Insurance License within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Policy Binding & Processing: Support the binding process by ensuring policies are accurately documented, issued, and maintained in accordance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Enter and maintain information within underwriting and policy administration systems to support rating, policy issuance, endorsements, and renewals.
• Assist with new business submissions and policy preparation under the guidance of Underwriters.
• Process endorsements, policy changes, cancellations, non-renewals, and renewal notifications accurately and efficiently.
• Review documentation for completeness and accuracy while maintaining compliance with internal procedures and carrier requirements.
• Underwriting & Broker Support: Serve as a key point of coordination between Underwriters and brokers by responding to inquiries and gathering information required for quoting and policy issuance.
• Assist with preparing and distributing quotes, revised proposals, and supporting documents.
• Support Underwriters in managing daily workflow and account servicing activities.
• Provide coverage and policy-related information to brokers and clients while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Assist with underwriting support functions and special projects as assigned.
• Documentation & Operational Excellence: Maintain accurate and organized records of policy transactions, endorsements, client communications, and underwriting documentation.
• Track cancellations, non-renewals, and renewal solicitations to ensure timely processing.
• Generate operational and production reports to support business objectives and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with workflow priorities during team member absences to ensure continuity of service.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the underwriting and operations teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Prioritization

Customer service

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ryan Specialty, LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking an Underwriting Assistant for the Personal Lines Binding Authority team. This entry‑level role supports the policy binding process, documentation, endorsements, renewals, and other admin tasks while learning underwriting operations.

You will work closely with Underwriters and brokers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, gain exposure to underwriting processes, and have the opportunity to pursue licensing and professional development with