Underwriting Support Specialist (Insurance Admin)

AXIS (AXIS Capital); Short Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid annual leave

Job summary

AXIS Capital in Short Hills, NJ, is seeking a Technical Assistant to support underwriters and account managers by handling underwriting administration, documentation, and clerical tasks.

You will gather information for applications, input data into PIL/IDT, issue endorsements, maintain files, and communicate with clients and brokers to ensure accurate risk assessment and timely service. The role combines teamwork with precise, compliant processes in a dynamic insurance environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years’ experience in the commercial insurance industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong aptitude for learning new computer/software programs.
• Solid critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrates a positive, can-do attitude.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer service and professional demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Gather and organize information for insurance applications.
• Maintain a diary system to ensure prompt receipt of account information.
• Review underwriting documents for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Input account information into PIL and endorsement logs.
• Utilize underwriting software for data input and report generation.
• Create post-binding E-File in Insurance Desktop (IDT) and update PIL.
• Process notices and filings (BOR, cancellations, motor carrier filings).
• Engage with clients/brokers and internal teams to provide updates.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate degree in business/finance (preferred)

Tools

Policy Issuance System (PIL)

Insurance Desktop (IDT)

Job description

AXIS Capital in Short Hills, NJ, is seeking a Technical Assistant to support underwriters and account managers by handling underwriting administration, documentation, and clerical tasks.

You will gather information for applications, input data into PIL/IDT, issue endorsements, maintain files, and communicate with clients and brokers to ensure accurate risk assessment and timely service. The role combines teamwork with precise, compliant processes in a dynamic insurance environment.