Underwriter Assistant: Start Your Risk & Insurance Career

Bass Underwriters; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance

Long-term disability & life insurance

Designation reimbursement

Job summary

Bass Underwriters, Inc. in Melville, NY seeks an Underwriter Assistant to support underwriters by reviewing applications, evaluating risk, and creating quotes. You will gain exposure to risk analysis and relationship building while learning from experienced professionals.

No prior insurance experience is required; Bass Underwriters provides tools and mentorship to help you succeed in a fast-paced environment. Salary starts at $66,300 per year with bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management & Insurance or related field preferred.
• Strong customer orientation and excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to navigate websites/databases; ability to analyze information and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Review applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Evaluate risks associated with applications and make preliminary assessments.
• Research carrier guidelines to ensure compliance.
• Interface with agents and insurance carriers to obtain information and quotes.
• Process and service new and renewal business in a timely manner.
• Network with current agents to build relationships and identify opportunities.

Skills

Customer orientation

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Prioritization & multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor degree in Business/Finance/Economics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Carrier databases/web navigation

Job description

Bass Underwriters, Inc. in Melville, NY seeks an Underwriter Assistant to support underwriters by reviewing applications, evaluating risk, and creating quotes. You will gain exposure to risk analysis and relationship building while learning from experienced professionals.

No prior insurance experience is required; Bass Underwriters provides tools and mentorship to help you succeed in a fast-paced environment. Salary starts at $66,300 per year with bonus opportunities.