Personal Lines Auto Insurance Underwriter

firstchicagoinsurance; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Training & Development

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

First Chicago Insurance Company seeks Personal Lines Auto Underwriter and Underwriting Assistant to join its underwriting team in Illinois. You will review applications, assess risk, and ensure policies align with customer-centric values while collaborating with the underwriting team and engaging policyholders with excellent service.

You will maintain documentation, ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in training of new staff.

Qualifications

• Auto underwriting experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass licensing exams to become a licensed Property and Casualty Agent.
• Typing/data entry at least 30 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level customer service to agents and policyholders on quotes, endorsements and renewals.
• Develop understanding of coverage, exposures, rating plans and state requirements.
• Enter new business policies, endorsements and renewals.
• Order reports and gather information to support underwriting processes.
• Assist underwriting unit with new business, endorsements and renewals.
• Work on special projects and prepare system output for mailing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Typing

Education

College degree

Job description

We are adding to our Underwriting Team and seeking Personal Auto Underwriters and Underwriting Assistants!

Join the thrill of the insurance world at First Chicago Insurance Company! As a Personal Lines Auto Underwriter or Underwriting Assistant, you'll dive into the dynamic realm of risk assessment and customer service, where every decision you make impacts our customers' lives. Work closely with a vibrant team that thrives on innovation and excellence, all while enjoying our fun, high-performance culture.

What is a day in the life being a Personal Lines Auto Insurance Underwriter or Underwriting Assistant?

Working within the underwriting department, you can expect an engaging and fast-paced day-to-day routine. You'll start by reviewing applications and assessing risk profiles, ensuring each policy aligns with our customer-centric values. Collaboration is key, so be prepared to work closely with the underwriting team members, sharing insights and strategies to enhance our processes. You will also engage regularly with our policy holders, providing exceptional customer service by answering questions and clarifying policy details.

You’ll also help maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Embrace the excitement of problem-solving as you navigate unique situations and contribute your ideas to improve our operations!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a high level of customer service by delivering timely responses to agents / policyholders on quotes, endorsements and renewals
• Develop a basic understanding of coverage, exposures, rating plans and state requirements
• Enter new business policies, endorsements and renewals
• Order reports and assimilate information as required to support the underwriting process
• Assist the Underwriting Unit as required for new business, endorsement and renewal processes
• Work on special projects as directed
• Prepare system output for mailing
• Complete Financial Responsibility Filings
• Underwriters will assist in training of new underwriting staff in system and daily underwriting processes

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Underwriter candidates should have prior Auto Underwriting experience and Underwriting Assistant candidates should have prior customer service experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to pass written examinations when required by state statutes to become a licensed Property and Casualty Agent.
• Good typing/data entry skills (min. 30 wpm).

Preferred:

• College degree or related industry experience
• Property and Casualty Agency license
• Ability to use on-line underwriting system

First Chicago Insurance Company provides a competitive benefits package for all full-time employees. Following are some of the perks First Chicago employees receive:

• Competitive Salaries
• Commitment to your Training & Development
• Medical, Dental and Vision Reimbursement
• Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine Benefit
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Fun company sponsored events
• And so much more!

Estimated Compensation Range: $16/hr.-$30/hr.*

*Published ranges are estimates. Offered compensation will be based on experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location.