Underwriting Assistant, Reinsurance

Novacore Insurance Services, LLC; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Competitive compensation

Year-round social events

Ongoing mentorship and development

Upward mobility

Job summary

Novacore Insurance Services, LLC in Doylestown, PA seeks a diligent Underwriting Assistant in our Facultative Reinsurance team. You will support senior underwriters in evaluation, processing, and renewal underwriting of reinsurance submissions, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to guidelines.

This hybrid role offers collaboration with brokers and clients, with opportunities for growth and professional development within a specialty insurance environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, insurance, business, finance or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support underwriting activities with senior underwriters in facultative reinsurance.
• Prepare underwriting documentation and reports.
• Review and analyze reinsurance submissions, terms and conditions.
• Assist in renewal of existing facultative reinsurance policies.
• Gather data for renewal process and ensure timely renewals.
• Maintain accurate records of underwriting decisions and post-bind processes.
• Manage electronic filing systems and coordinate with clients and brokers.
• Prepare presentations and reports for risk takers and senior management.
• Provide general underwriting team support.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Independence and teamwork

Documentation accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in risk management/insurance/business/finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Why join the Novacore team?

Because your next stellar chapter starts here — and we’re building something bold and meaningful. At Novacore, we’re not your average insurance company. We’re a team of driven professionals passionate about redefining the specialty insurance experience for our agents, carrier partners — and for each other. We specialize in tailored solutions for niche industries, powered by advanced analytics, modern technology and a culture of innovation. Backed by strong leadership and strategic growth initiatives, Novacore is poised to scale and lead in the specialty insurance market. But at our core, we believe it’s not just what we do — it’s how we do it and who we do it with. Recognized as a top workplace, Novacore is a place where ambition is supported, growth is continuous and culture matters. From day one, you’ll find mentorship, hands‑on learning and clear paths for advancement. You’ll grow your skills, expand your expertise and become even more exceptional — because when you succeed, we all do.

We offer:

• A collaborative, results‑driven environment


• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits


• Year‑round social and community events


• Ongoing mentorship and professional development


• Endless opportunities for upward mobility

So if you're ready to be part of something extraordinary — with a team that’s transforming commercial insurance — we want to meet you.

Underwriting Assistant SUI is leading the way in facultative reinsurance, based on robust relationships and strong underwriting results. SUI offers facultative casualty reinsurance for several lines of business, including General Liability, Automobile Liability, Excess/Umbrella Liability and Workers’ Compensation.

In June2024, SUI was acquired by Novacore, the newly formed specialty insurance entity created from the April2025 sale of NSM Insurance Group’s U.S. commercial division. While we carry forward a 35‑year legacy of deep industry expertise, we’re transforming what commercial insurance can be. The name Novacore reflects our ambition — nova for new and brilliant, core for strength and purpose. We’re building something bold and meaningful, and every team member plays a vital role in that mission.

About the role

A diligent and detail‑oriented Underwriting/Technical Assistant is needed to join our Facultative Reinsurance team. The successful candidate will support senior underwriters in the evaluation, processing, and renewal underwriting of reinsurance submissions, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to company guidelines.

This role is hybrid from the SUI Doylestown Office

Responsibilities:

• Support underwriting activities, through assistance of senior underwriters in the assessment and underwriting of facultative reinsurance risks.


• Prepare underwriting documentation and reports.


• Review and analyze reinsurance submissions, certificate terms, and conditions.


• Assist in the review and renewal of existing facultative reinsurance policies.


• Gather and evaluate relevant data and information for the renewal process.


• Prepare renewal documentation and ensure timely processing of renewals.


• Involvement in post bind documentation process; maintaining accurate and organized records of underwriting decisions and transactions, while ensuring compliance with company guidelines, procedures, and post bind processes.


• Manage electronic filing systems.


• Liaise with clients, brokers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary information.


• Provide support in responding to inquiries and requests for information.


• Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for risk takers and senior management.


• Provide general support to the underwriting team.


• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed.


• Support special projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Insurance, Business, Finance, or a related field, preferred.


• Previous experience in insurance, reinsurance, reinsurance brokering, or E&S is preferred.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).


• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Ensure accuracy in documentation and data analysis, with great attention to detail.


• Work well in a team environment, supporting colleagues and contributing to team goals.


• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ARe, CPCU) are a plus.