Underwriting Assistant (Excess P&C)

ISC (Integrated Specialty Coverages, LLC); Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 36,396 - 45,488; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership Program

401(k) Plan with company match

Work from home reimbursement

Life/AD&D Insurance

Health Savings Account

Job summary

A leading insurance technology firm based in Buffalo, NY seeks an Underwriting Assistant to support senior staff with account management and risk assessment. This developing level position requires at least 1 year of P&C underwriting experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role offers a hybrid work option for those near Buffalo or Carlsbad. Comprehensive benefits include medical, 401(k) with match, and an employee ownership program, along with a competitive hourly pay range of $26.42 - $33.02 USD.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of P&C underwriting or related support experience required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments.
• Willing to work in a hybrid capacity if located within a commutable distance.

Responsibilities

• Assess loss history and current condition for cases.
• Collect and review documentation for risk cases.
• Conduct preliminary reviews of complex submissions.
• Collaborate with underwriting team on efficient applications.
• Manage inbound calls connecting customers and team members.
• Respond to customer needs, providing tailored guidance.
• Process accounts from approved quotes to policy issuance.

Skills

P&C underwriting support experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong desire to learn

Flexibility and ability to adapt

Education

CPCU, CIC, CRIS certificates

Tools

Industry-specific software

Job description

Integrated Specialty Coverages, LLC (ISC) is a growth stage technology and data-driven commercial MGA and insurance wholesaler leading innovation in the market.

Backed by one of the leading private equity firms, Onex Partners, and led by a forward-thinking management team, ISC is combining the worlds of insurance and technology to create an Insurtech powerhouse. As a leading online distributor of insurance products for a range of industries and “Main Street USA”, we are looking for the right people to help us in our mission of achieving exponential growth. We strive to be the number one place to go for brokers and agents to source insurance. To accomplish this, we’re building a digitally focused team that deeply understands the intersection between user experience, data, and AI/ML to optimize the way we engage with our customers and partners.

Job Summary

ISC's Excess team is looking for an Underwriting Assistant to provide support and assistance to senior underwriting staff. Perform administrative duties regarding new and renewal accounts, risk assessment, and loss runs and loss ratings. May assist senior underwriter with the computation of rates and premiums. This is a developing level position.

Candidates considered for this position will be located within a commutable distance to our Carlsbad, CA , Buffalo, NY , or be remote from Lincoln, NE , or Phoenix, AZ.

Position Responsibilities

• Utilize understanding of exposures and risks analysis to assess loss history and current condition of finances for a case.
• Collects, studies, and reviews documentation pertaining to risk cases, performing risk analysis to conclude whether a case is worth accepting.
• Conduct preliminary reviews of complex submissions to identify errors, omissions, and confirm eligibility.
• Collaborate closely with the underwriting team to finalize insurance applications efficiently.
• Utilize multiple databases to gather and verify supplementary data for submissions.
• Manage inbound calls, connecting customers and team members to ensure a seamless and positive experience.
• Respond to customer needs, providing guidance and assistance tailored to their insurance needs.
• Process accounts from approved quotes through to policy issuance with accuracy and efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of P&C underwriting or related P&C underwriting support experience required
• CPCU, CIC, CRIS, Property & Casualty Brokers License, etc. a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn industry-specific software
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments
• Strong desire to learn, explore new ideas, and seeking out new knowledge
• Ability to be flexible, embrace change, and quickly pivot in response to shifting priorities
• Willing to work in office in a hybrid capacity if located within a commutable distance to Buffalo, NY or Carlsbad, CA

This role also offers bonus pay. Your ISC Talent Acquisition representative will share more details about the bonus component should you advance in the interview process.

The starting hourly pay scale for this position is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, training, and experience. In addition, the company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with match, paid time off, and other benefits. ISC's salary ranges are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

National Pay Range: $26.42 USD - $33.02 USD

Benefits of Working at ISC

• Employee Ownership Program - every eligible employee shares in the financial rewards that grow when the company grows
• Owner Referral Program
• Work from home reimbursement for remote/hybrid roles
• Canary emergency financial assistance program
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Confidential, Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account, includes company contribution
• Short-term disability
• Voluntary benefits - supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital insurance
• 401(k) Plan with company match contribution
• Addition Wealth Financial Wellness Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or Federal law.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

ISC participates in the Federal E-Verify program.