Underwriting Trainee: Launch Your Insurance Career

Markel; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Markel invites high-potential graduates to join a trainee underwriting program in Chicago. You will learn to review and analyze risks, communicate with underwriting leadership, and understand guidelines and procedures within a global insurer.

During training you will be exposed to data analytics and digital underwriting tools, with the goal of advancing to a full underwriting position upon successful completion. Start date is June 2027 and sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• College graduate as of June 2027.
• Strong academic performance with a minimum 3.00 GPA.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and make sound recommendations quickly.
• Energetic self-starter with good decision-making and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office.
• Demonstrated potential and passion for Markel Style.
• Available to start work in June 2027.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the USA without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills to review, analyze, accept and decline risks for profitability.
• Communicate with underwriting management, product lines and data analysts.
• Become familiar with underwriting guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Gain exposure to data analytics and digital underwriting technologies.
• Complete training to qualify for an underwriting position upon completion.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Entrepreneurial spirit

High energy

Decision making

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Markel invites high-potential graduates to join a trainee underwriting program in Chicago. You will learn to review and analyze risks, communicate with underwriting leadership, and understand guidelines and procedures within a global insurer.

During training you will be exposed to data analytics and digital underwriting tools, with the goal of advancing to a full underwriting position upon successful completion. Start date is June 2027 and sponsorship is not provided.