Underwriting Assistant, Construction

Starr; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr in San Francisco is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to provide organized, detail-oriented support to the regional underwriting team on primary construction accounts.

You will manage policy documentation for 26 active accounts (WC, GL, Auto), coordinate renewals and certificates, and maintain accurate data in underwriting systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration with underwriters, brokers, and clients, handling reporting and special projects to help Primary Construction grow.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in commercial insurance preferred.
• Knowledge of Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, and Auto Liability policies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and technical support to the San Francisco Regional Manager and Underwriters on primary construction accounts.
• Manage and process documentation for 26 active policies (WC, GL, AL).
• Coordinate policy renewals, endorsements, audits, and certificates of insurance.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely data entry in underwriting systems.
• Serve as liaison between underwriters, brokers, and clients to facilitate account management.
• Assist with reporting, analysis, and special projects as needed for Primary Construction.

Skills

Commercial insurance experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft 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.We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Underwriting Assistant to support our San Francisco Region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and technical support to the San Francisco Regional Manager and Underwriters on primary construction accounts.
• Manage and process documentation for 26 active policies (WC, GL, AL)
• Coordinate policy renewals, endorsements, audits, and certificates of insurance.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely data entry in underwriting systems.
• Serve as a liaison between underwriters, brokers, and clients to facilitate smooth account management.
• Assist with reporting, analysis, and special projects as needed for Primary Construction.

Qualifications

• Preferably prior experience in commercial insurance.
• Strong knowledge of Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, and Auto Liability policies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills is mandatory.
• Knowledge Microsoft Suite.

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.