Underwriting Analyst

starrcompanies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr Companies in Chicago is seeking an Insurance Underwriting Assistant to support the underwriting team with new business submissions, policy issuance, and endorsements. This role collaborates with underwriters and brokers, handling documentation and RMS/CAT modeling where needed.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in insurance, strong communication, attention to detail, and solid MS Office skills. Join a fast-paced team focused on delivering reliable client solutions.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in insurance or related experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Clear new business and renewal submissions in Salesforce.
• Book premiums and invoice promptly.
• Prepare binders and policies.
• Issue endorsements.
• Coordinate with underwriters to obtain required documentation from clients/brokers.
• Complete RMS/CAT modeling.
• Assist with other underwriting duties as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clearing new business and renewal submissions in Salesforce
• Booking premium and invoicing in a timely manner
• Preparing binders and policies
• Issuing endorsements
• Working with underwriters to obtain required documentation from clients/brokers
• Complete RMS/CAT modeling
• Any other duties related to the underwriting process as needed

Skills and Experience Required:

• 2-5 years of experience in insurance or related experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Attention to detail
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.