Underwriting Technician

W. R. Berkley Corporation; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking an Underwriting Technician to provide processing and technical support to the Underwriting Department. This role focuses on submission clearance and policy issuance, ensuring quality and productivity standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a customer-focused attitude, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values employee growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) program

Profit-sharing program

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

• 1-2 years prior insurance experience preferred.
• Basic to Intermediate data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and make logical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Issuance of new and renewal policies accurately and completely.
• Timely and accurate processing of policy changes.
• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.

Skills

Customer focus

Detail oriented

Mathematical skills

Technical proficiency

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Details

Berkley Aspire is an excess & surplus lines insurer of commercial risks unable to find a home in the standard markets. We are an operating unit of WR Berkley, a publicly traded (NYSE “WRB”) global insurer founded in 1967.

We make excess & surplus lines easy – easy for our distribution partners, easy for the businesses they represent, and easy to navigate. The lines of coverage we underwrite include general liability, property, and excess liability. Our model is different than our competitors – we do the premium billing and do not add interest/ finance percentage, we offer enhanced commissions, and we handle the stamping, affidavit filings, and other behind-the-scenes paperwork.

Our company culture is entrepreneurial, employee centric, and focused on sustainable growth. Aspire teammates work either remotely or on a hybrid schedule from offices in Scottsdale, Cincinnati, and Richmond. If you are looking for a company that offers room for advancement, great benefits, and positive vibes, then Aspire may be the place for you!

Benefit Highlights

• Aspire offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage. Our onsite Scottsdale, AZ Wellness Center and companywide Employee Assistance Program are free to employees and are here to support your overall well-being. Our flexible work schedule with a work-from-home day means you can balance work and life like a pro.
• Our Health Savings Accounts have automatic company contributions if you sign up, and we offer Flexible Spending Accounts, STD, LTD, life insurance policies, and more. Plus, we offer a 401(k) program, profit-sharing program, and stock purchase plan – investing in your future has never been so rewarding.
• We've got you covered with competitive paid time off, paid sick time, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Plus, you get paid holidays, a floating holiday, and paid volunteer time – because giving back to the community is important to us at Aspire!
• Come grow with us! Level up with company sponsored conferences, tuition assistance, and industry-related education and exams. We have many internal promotional growth opportunities – because we believe in growing together.
• We believe in working hard and playing hard. We embrace team building and are enthusiastic about sponsoring fun activities inside and outside of the office. Our Plum Benefits program gives you cost-free access to thousands of exclusive travel and entertainment discounts – it's like a VIP pass to fun.

www.berkleyaspire.com

Responsibilities

The Underwriting Technician role can be based in either of our Scottsdale, AZ, West Chester, OH or Glen Allen VA offices and will provide processing and technical support to the Underwriting Department.

The primary focus is on submission clearance and policy issuance, to ensure all transactions meet production and quality objectives and are processed within company established service standards.

This position will be assessed based on productivity, accuracy, thoroughness and ability to learn and apply new skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Issuance of new and renewal policies accurately and completely within established service standards.
• Reserving, clearing and set-up of submissions and transactions in accordance with established procedures and quality metrics.
• Timely and accurate processing of policy changes including endorsements, cancellations, non-renewals and reinstatements.
• Issuance of bind confirmations for new and renewal policies.
• Inspection ordering.
• Research and respond to agent/insured correspondence, calls and inquiries including requests for loss runs and copies of forms and endorsements.
• Multi-line rating.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.
• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.
• Models behavior that encourages collaboration, teamwork and open communication.

Berkley Core Competencies

Accountability

Communication

Customer Focus and Team Work

Flexibility

Innovation and Initiative

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years prior insurance experience preferred.
• Customer focus, continually responding with a sense of urgency.
• Basic to Intermediate data entry skills
• Knowledge of computers.
• Detail oriented.
• Mathematical skills.
• Accuracy and thoroughness, completing tasks with minimal mistakes.
• Self-motivated; must be able to work independently and make logical decisions.
• Demonstrated initiative as evidenced by ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment, adapting to changing requirements and collaborating with a wide range of colleagues to quickly deliver solutions.
• Willingness to be flexible, learn on the job, and maintain a “can-do” attitude.
• Teamwork; providing and welcoming open, honest, respectful and constructive feedback and jumping in to get the work done, even when not asked.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills – ability to establish trust and effective working relationships with others – both internal and external customers.
• Technical proficiency; ability to learn and apply new skills.
• Productivity; find efficient ways to increase the number of transactions handled.

Additional Company Details

We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role includes: Eligibility to participate in the annual discretionary bonus program Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role