Underwriting Assistant

Brown & Brown; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bridge Specialty Group in Morristown, NJ, a Brown & Brown entity, seeks an Underwriter Support professional to gather information, complete applications, and issue quotes and binders in writing. You will assist sales and production, issue renewals, review risks with underwriters, and become proficient with agency management software while reviewing inspections.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong confidentiality, an excellent telephone manner, and 1–2 years of related

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Obtain required information and complete applications; issue quotes and binders in writing.
• Ensure policies are issued promptly and accurately; handle state filings and taxes.
• Provide support for sales and production; supply new business quotes as needed.
• Issue renewals and review risks with Underwriter; review submissions for accuracy.
• Familiarize with agency management software and suggest improvements.
• Order and review inspections; verify exposures and underwriting compliance.
• Issue Certificates of Insurance.

Skills

High School Diploma

Exceptional telephone demeanor

Confidentiality

1-2 years related experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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.

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.

Pay Range

$24.03 - $28.84 HourlyThe pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.