Underwriting Assistant

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and vision benefits

On-the-job training for insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized Underwriting Assistant to support our underwriting team in East London. This hybrid role handles administration, data entry, and document management to ensure smooth processing of applications and policies.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years in admin or support roles, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and strong attention to detail. This entry-to-mid level position offers on-the-job training and opportunities to obtain insurance qualifications in a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an administrative or support role, preferably in the insurance industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to a team of underwriters, including managing correspondence and calendars.
• Process new insurance applications, endorsements, and policy renewals accurately and efficiently.
• Collect and organize necessary documentation, such as application forms, inspection reports, and financial statements.
• Enter data into underwriting systems and maintain policy records.
• Respond to inquiries from agents, brokers, and policyholders regarding policy status and requirements.
• Assist underwriters in preparing quotes and policy documents.

Skills

Administrative support

Data entry

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Insurance qualifications preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and efficient Underwriting Assistant to support their underwriting team in East London. This hybrid role provides crucial administrative and technical support, facilitating the smooth processing of insurance applications and policies. You will work closely with underwriters, handling documentation, data entry, and client inquiries. This is an excellent entry-level or mid-level opportunity for an individual with strong administrative skills looking to build a career in the insurance sector, with the flexibility of hybrid work.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to a team of underwriters, including managing correspondence and calendars.
• Process new insurance applications, endorsements, and policy renewals accurately and efficiently.
• Collect and organize necessary documentation, such as application forms, inspection reports, and financial statements.
• Enter data into underwriting systems and maintain policy records.
• Respond to inquiries from agents, brokers, and policyholders regarding policy status and requirements.
• Assist underwriters in preparing quotes and policy documents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications in insurance are a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an administrative or support role, preferably in the insurance industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for annual increases.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between remote and office work.
• On-the-job training and support for obtaining insurance qualifications.
• A collaborative team environment focused on professional growth.