Underwriting Assistant - Remote

Overview

The Underwriting Assistant supports the underwriting team by managing administrative tasks and facilitating the pre-underwriting process, ensuring timely and informed underwriting decisions.

In Short

• Manage submission intake and track new business using Excel and Excel Online.
• Review and clear new business submissions.
• Enter submission data into the Policy Administration System.
• Communicate with agents to obtain required or missing information.
• Complete initial data entry on the Risk Analysis Worksheet (RAW).
• Assign submissions to appropriate underwriters.
• Email policies and welcome kits to agents and policyholders.
• Assist with preparation of renewal quotes.
• Bind and issue policies in the Policy Administration System.
• Respond to internal compliance inquiries and external requests.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of administrative experience preferred.
• Prior experience in workers’ compensation insurance strongly desired.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Reliable and punctual, including in remote work settings.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Demonstrated discretion, sound judgment, and strong administrative skills.

Benefits

• Participate in training, workshops, and conventions to stay current.
• Use resources such as IRMI and the NCCI website to enhance knowledge.
• Perform additional tasks and special projects as assigned.