Underwriting Assistant -NJ

GREATER NEW YORK MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

GREATER NEW YORK MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY in Edison, NJ is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to support underwriters by preparing and servicing new and renewal accounts. You will set up files, review applications for accuracy, and provide timely service to agents to facilitate processing.

The role involves conducting risk research, quoting, binding, and communicating with internal teams. The ideal candidate has administrative experience, proficiency in MS Office, and an interest in underwriting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associates preferred.
• Administrative experience required; underwriting assistant preferred.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet.
• Experience with AS/400, ImageRight and Guidewire preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up underwriting files and applications with required documents.
• Review applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide timely customer service to agents for policy processing.
• Conduct risk analysis using motor vehicle, loss history, credit and ISO reports.
• Track inspection requirements and recommendation status.
• Rate and issue new and renewal policies and endorsements.
• Prepare quotations, binders or policies as directed.
• Communicate with producers and internal staff to obtain data.

Skills

Independent worker

Initiative

Communication

Time management

Math aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Internet

AS/400

ImageRight

Guidewire

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: NEW JERSEY - EDISON, NJ 08837

Job Category: Admin - Clerical

Position Summary

Support Underwriters by performing a variety of tasks including the preparation and servicing of new and renewal accounts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up underwriting files and applications by obtaining required documents and updating appropriate systems (i.e., ImageRight and WINS).
• Review applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide timely and professional customer service to agents to facilitate the processing of business.
• Conduct research and run reports for initial risk analysis such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, credit checks, loss control, ISO reports, Risk Meter, etc.
• Track inspection requirements and recommendation status.
• Rate and Issue new and renewal policies and endorsements.
• Prepare quotations, binders or polices at the direction of the Underwriters.
• Communicate with all levels of employees to include, but not limited to, producers and internal personnel to confirm or obtain data needed for policy issuance and servicing.
• Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associates degree preferred.
• Some administrative experience required. Experience as an Underwriting Assistant preferred.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet.
• Experience with AS/400 and/or ImageRight preferred.
• Experience with Guidewire preferred.

Skills

• Proven ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Must demonstrate a high level of initiative and ability to plan and organize complex requests.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time/desk management skills, as well as mathematical aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional and courteous manner.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $42,700-$83,200. The listed annual salary range posted for this position is subject to change and may vary depending on performance, education, experience, skills, geographic location, travel requirements, demonstrated proficiency in the competencies required for the role and business needs. Base pay is just one component of GNY’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.