Underwriting Assistant ; Property

Criterion Executive Search, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive salary

Job summary

Criterion Executive Search, Inc. is partnering with a leading insurance company to recruit a Property Underwriting Assistant.

In this hands-on role you will support day-to-day policy servicing, billing, endorsements, submissions, and data processing, with a heavy emphasis on accuracy and Excel-driven analysis. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in insurance, understands specialized program business in commercial property, strong math skills, and excellent organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of insurance experience.
• Understanding of specialized program business in the commercial property space.
• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong math skills and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process and assist with the day to day policy servicing of billing, processing endorsements, checking policies, certificates, and other policy documentation with accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain organized files and ensure compliance with underwriting and documentation requirements.
• Support the team with administrative tasks and special projects as needed.

Skills

Insurance experience

Excel

Math skills

Attention to detail

Property underwriting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Insurance company is seeking a Property Underwriting Assistant with Program experience to support the team and assist with the day to day billing, servicing, checking policies, processing endorsements, and submissions. This is a hands‑on, very detailed role involving spreadsheets, reviewing quarterly reports, and processing data. Someone who thrives in a fast‑paced P&C environment and takes ownership of their workflows with excellent Excel and math skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and assist with the day to day policy servicing of billing, processing endorsements, checking policies, certificates, and other policy documentation with accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain organized files and ensure compliance with underwriting and documentation requirements.
• Support the team with administrative tasks and special projects as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 3-5 years of insurance experience (carrier, wholesale brokerage or retail agency experience)
• Understanding of specialized program business in the commercial property space.
• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong math skills and Excel.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: $80,000 - $100,000 (based on experience)
• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the Manhattan office)