Underwriter Assistant - Gainesville, FL

Bass Underwriters; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Company paid long-term disability and,

Job summary

Bass Underwriters is seeking an Underwriter Assistant in Gainesville, FL. This role supports Underwriters by reviewing applications, evaluating risk, creating quotes, and processing new and renewal business.

No insurance experience is required, and mentorship is provided to help you succeed and grow in underwriting. You will gain exposure to risk analysis, relationship-building with agents and carriers, and a clear path toward a lucrative underwriting career with comprehensive benefits and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management & Insurance or related field preferred.
• Strong customer orientation and interpersonal/communication skills.
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize and respond to complex issues; detail oriented and able to multitask.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and navigating websites/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 opportunities

Skills

Customer orientation

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Prioritization

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management & Insurance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Underwriter Assistant - Gainesville, FL

Salary starting at $54,000 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!

The Opportunity

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 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

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.