Underwriting Assistant NE-USA-NE

Starr; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance, seeks an Underwriting Assistant in Chicago to support underwriters with submissions, renewals, and risk analysis. You will prepare policies and endorsements using Starr Tech tools like Sparc and Salesforce, and assist with audit and reporting tasks.

This role offers exposure to a fast-growing, client-focused environment. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic team, demonstrate strong communication and multitasking abilities, and grow

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related Property underwriting assistance experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize
• Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Word

Responsibilities

• Entering new submissions and updating the Submission register
• Assisting underwriters in renewal preparation
• Assisting Underwriters in attaining D&B reports, preparing catastrophe analysis
• Perform risk analysis by inputting data into risk decisioner in the proper format
• Prepare policies and endorsements for underwriter review as well as process the endorsement in Starr Tech software programs such as Sparc and Salesforce
• Assist with internal audit process, following up with brokers on needed information
• Maintain reports as required by Underwriters
• Premium entry and reconciliation
• Perform all other duties as directed by area management

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

MS Excel

MS Word

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.Starr Insurance Companies is a global insurance and investment organization providing property and casualty insurance solutions to business and industry, and one of the fastest-growing insurance companies in the world. Our talented and experienced associates manage risk and ultimately support the profitable growth of organizations in a dynamic, competitive and ever-changing marketplace. Join us and become part of our talented and passionate workforce.

Underwriting Assistant

• Entering new submissions and updating the Submission register
• Assisting underwriters in renewal preparation
• Assisting Underwriters in attaining D&B reports, preparing catastrophe analysis
• Perform risk analysis by inputting data into risk decisioner in the proper format
• Prepare policies and endorsements for underwriter review as well as process the endorsement in Starr Tech software programs such as Sparc and Salesforce.
• Assist with internal audit process, following up with brokers on needed information
• Maintain reports as required by Underwriters
• Premium entry and reconciliation
• Perform all other duties as directed by area management

Skills/Experience Required

• 1 – 2 years of related Property underwriting assistance experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize
• Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Word

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.