Underwriting Assistant -NJ

Greater New York Insurance Companies; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 42,700 - 83,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus based on performance

Job summary

Greater New York Insurance Companies in Edison, NJ is seeking a support role for Underwriters to assist with preparing and servicing accounts. The responsibilities include setting up underwriting files, reviewing applications, and providing excellent customer service to agents.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (Associates preferred) and administrative experience, especially as an Underwriting Assistant. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and have some experience with insurance software tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associates degree preferred.
• Some administrative experience required.
• Experience as an Underwriting Assistant preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with AS/400 and/or ImageRight preferred.
• Experience with Guidewire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up underwriting files and applications.
• Review applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide timely customer service to agents.
• Conduct research for initial risk analysis.
• Track inspection requirements.
• Rate and issue new and renewal policies.
• Prepare quotations and binders.
• Communicate with all levels for data needed.

Skills

Proficient in Word

Excel proficiency

PowerPoint skills

Outlook proficiency

Internet navigation

AS/400 experience

Guidewire experience

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree preferred

Job description

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

Education and Experience

• 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.

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.