UNDERWRITER - AVIATION INSURANCE

U.S. Aviation Underwriters, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Underwriter for Aviation Insurance. This role involves evaluating insurance proposals, analyzing risk factors, and designing tailored insurance programs. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and communication skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in Aviation or Business. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will directly impact the aviation insurance sector, and enjoy a collaborative work environment that values professional growth and development.

Benefits

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, aviation/business concentration preferred.
• 1-3 years of aviation insurance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and classify aviation insurance proposals.
• Communicate with clients and brokers to gather information.
• Design customized insurance programs based on risk assessment.

Skills

Underwriting Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

U.S. Aviation Underwriters, Inc. provided pay range

This range is provided by U.S. Aviation Underwriters, Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

About Us

America’s First Name in Aviation Insurance -- Our tagline is far more than just a marketing slogan – it’s literally true. In 1928, two enterprising pilots developed the idea of offering specialized insurance to the aviation industry. Working diligently, they established USAIG, an insurance pool composed of insurers dedicated to providing expertise in aviation underwriting and claims handling. USAIG quickly became and today remains a leading insurance provider to all segments of the aviation and aerospace industry. United States Aviation Underwriters, Inc. (USAU) manages an insurance pool of member companies, United States Aircraft Insurance Group (USAIG) and underwrites on behalf of the member companies within the USAIG pool. We are a subsidiary of General Re Corporation, a leading global reinsurer, and a member of the Berkshire Hathaway Inc. family of companies.

Position Description

Do you have a pilot’s heart and an accountant’s attention to detail? If so, we’d like to hear from you! We currently offer an excellent opportunity for an UNDERWRITER - AVIATION INSURANCE in our New York City Branch Office. The successful candidate will review general aviation insurance proposals to evaluate, classify and rate personal, corporate or commercial programs, accept or reject applications, negotiate pricing and coverage and perform various administrative functions by engaging in and performing duties and responsibilities which include but are not limited to the following::

Position Responsibilities

• Examine documents such as applications and inspection reports to analyze risk factors relating to the aircraft, factors such as applicant’s use of

aircraft, pilots and airports, financial standing, accident experience, and value and condition of aircraft.

• Review company records to determine amount of insurance in force on single risk or group of closely related risks, and evaluate possibility of losses

due to catastrophe.

• Communicate with clients and brokers, insurance or inspection companies to obtain information, quote rates, or explain company underwriting

• Design customized insurance programs based upon risk assessment.

• Decline undesirable risks based upon company designated criteria.

• Create underwriting reports utilizing word processing, spreadsheet and data base software programs.

• Initiate administrative processes such as generation of quotes, binders, invoices and insurance policies.

• Create and maintain strong internal and external client relations.

• Perform miscellaneous projects and administrative functions as assigned

Role Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree; aviation/business related concentration preferred.

• Private pilot license with instrument rating desired. Approximately 300 plus flight hours preferred.

• One to three years aviation insurance experience preferred. Prior aviation industry experience desired.

• High quality underwriting and customer service skills required to handle complex coverage issues and challenging client relations.

• Strong knowledge of industry issues and trends required.

• Advanced analytical and mathematical proficiency preferred.

• Solid computer skills required. Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access desired.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle challenging client relations necessary.

• Strong communication skills including solid presentation skills required.

• Solid negotiation skills and ability to exercise sound judgment and decision making necessary.

• Independent thinker possessing self motivation, detail orientation, solid organization skills and ability to prioritize projects and work assignments

needed.

• Ability to work well under time constraints and meet deadlines required.

• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with internal and external business partners to ensure timely and appropriate management

of service issues needed.

• Attainment of insurance agent’s license and continuing education requirements for license renewal necessary.

• Ability to work from the Company’s physical office location needed.

• Flexibility to travel (some overnight travel); sometimes with short notice required.

• Willingness to take professional development, insurance and aviation related courses necessary.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Insurance and Airlines and Aviation

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Inferred from the description for this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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