Personal Lines Auto Insurance Underwriter

Warrior Insurance Network

Bedford Park (IL)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 41,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Training & Development

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Warrior Insurance Network in Bedford Park, IL is seeking Personal Lines Auto Underwriters and Underwriting Assistants to join a fast-paced underwriting team. You will review applications, assess risk, and help policyholders with questions, while delivering excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes compliance, documentation, and collaboration with the underwriting unit. A college degree and state license are preferred; on-the-job training is provided and a competitive benefits package is

Qualifications

Prior Auto Underwriting experience for underwriter roles.
Customer service experience for underwriting assistants.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Typing/data entry skills minimum 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 as needed.
Assist underwriters in new business, endorsements, and renewal processes; participate in special projects.

Skills

Auto underwriting

Customer service

Communication

Typing speed 30 wpm

Education

College degree or related industry experience

Tools

Online underwriting system

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

Warrior Insurance Network (WIN) provides a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. Following are some of the perks Warrior Insurance Network (WIN) employees receive: