Underwriting Assistant

Brown & Brown, Inc.; Greensboro, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Specialty Group is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join our growing team in Greensboro, NC. The assistant will support the Underwriter by reviewing insurance applications, inspections, and other pertinent information to evaluate, classify, and rate submissions for insurance by performing the following duties.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, exceptional telephone demeanor, and the ability to maintain confidentiality, with 1–2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Exceptional telephone demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• One to two years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Review insurance applications, inspections, and information to evaluate, classify, and rate submissions.
• Assist underwriter with quotes, binders, and policy issuance; ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Issue renewals and review risks submitted by producers; rate premium and terms.
• Review indications, quotes, binders, submissions and policies for completeness.
• Order and review inspections; verify information against policy for underwriting guidelines.
• Issue Certificates of Insurance.

Skills

Telephone demeanor

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Agency management software

Job description

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Bridge Specialty Group is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join our growing team in Greensboro, NC!The Underwriting Assistant will assist the Underwriter by reviewing insurance applications, inspections, and other pertinent information to evaluate, classify, and rate submissions for insurance by performing the following duties.

How You Will Contribute:

• Work with Underwriter, ensuring that all required information is obtained, proper applications are completed, quotes and binders are confirmed in writing, policies are issued promptly and accurately, state filings (where applicable) are made, and taxes paid in accordance with appropriate state laws.
• Provide full assistance and support for the sales and production process; including, but not limited to, providing new business quotes as needed.
• Issuance of renewals.
• Work with Underwriter when reviewing risks submitted by Producers, rate submissions for premium and terms, and issue written binders.
• Review indications, quotes, binders, submissions and policies for completeness and a high degree of accuracy including forms and editions.
• Become thoroughly familiar with the use of all agency management software systems and suggest labor saving uses to management.
• Order and review inspections. This duty requires the ability to identify the different exposures of risks, verify information obtained on inspection with the information on policy for accuracy and verification of underwriting guidelines.
• Issuance of Certificates of Insurance.

Licenses & Certifications:

P&C License required. Surplus Lines License preferred, and must be obtained within 90 days of employment.

Skills & Experience to Be Successful:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Exceptional telephone demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• One (1) to two (2) years related experience.

About Us:

Bridge Specialty Group creates a seamless way to connect the varying needs of our retail partners with the market clout and talents of our wholesale entities. Our more than 25 niche-focused brands reflect our deep experience and specialization in construction, general casualty, environmental liability, professional liability, health care, public entity, workers’ comp, property and personal lines. With more than 50 locations and more than 2,000 team members throughout the United States and Europe, Bridge has access to more than 200 standard and excess & surplus lines carriers that support our $7+ billion premium book. Our focus is on bringing the power of collective size and specialty to the wholesale brokerage marketplace. Bridge Specialty Group – aligning risk with greater reach.

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power To Be Yourself

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates - not employees. We strive to attract people who are competitive, driven, and disciplined. Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown&Brown (NYSE:BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions. We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.”While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers.