Underwriter Assistant - Charleston, SC

Bass Underwriters, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

10 Holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance

Long-term disability & life insurance

Designation reimbursement

Job summary

Bass Underwriters, Inc. is looking for an Underwriter Assistant in Charleston, SC to support underwriting by reviewing applications, evaluating risk, creating quotes, and processing new and renewal business.

No insurance experience is required; Bass Underwriters will provide tools and mentorship to help you succeed. This role offers a growth path into underwriting with opportunities for bonus and advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management & Insurance or other related major or experience preferred
• Strong customer orientation, excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills
• Must be able to prioritize and be responsive to complex issues
• Detail oriented and able to multi-task
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to navigate various websites and databases

Responsibilities

• Review applications
• Evaluate risks
• Research carrier guidelines
• Interface with agents and insurance carriers
• Process and service new and renewal business
• Network with current agents to cultivate relationships and seek new opportunities

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Prioritization

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity

Underwriter Assistant - Charleston, SC

Salary starting at $55,000 per year plus bonus opportunities!

Looking for a dynamic job that provides growth? Are you driven and connect easily with others? This position is for you!

We are currently looking to add an Underwriter Assistant to our team. An Underwriter Assistant provides support to an Underwriter by reviewing applications, evaluating risk, creating quotes, and processing new and renewal business. This is the perfect stepping stone into a lucrative career in Underwriting. Get exposure to risk analysis, building relationships, and learn directly from an Underwriter who has walked in your shoes.No insurance experience is required to be successful in this role. Bass Underwriters will provide the tools and mentorship to help make you successful in your position.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match up
• Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
• Supplemental benefits including company paid long-term disability and life insurance.
• Designation reimbursement

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Review applications
• Evaluate risks
• Research carrier guidelines
• Interface with agents and insurance carriers
• Process and service new and renewal business
• Network with current agents to cultivate relationships and seek new opportunities

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree – (Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management & Insurance or other related major or experience preferred)
• Strong customer orientation, excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills
• Must be able to prioritize and be responsive to complex issues
• Detail oriented and able to multi-task
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to navigate various websites and databases

Additionally, the successful candidate will be highly motivated with a positive outgoing personality, possess an entrepreneurial spirit, have a service mentality, and be comfortable in a fast paced environment.

Who We Are

Bass Underwriters, Inc. is a leading Managing General Agency for commercial property and casualty insurance. We focus on risks that fit outside the box and play a pivotal role between agents and insurance carriers. Our relationships are driven by our commitment to our independent agents, and that translates into every team here are Bass Underwriters.