Associate Underwriter/Underwriting Assistant - Cincinnati, OH

Underwriting Assistant (Associate Underwriter) Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow. Great American's Strategic Comp division is currently seeking an Underwriting Assistant (Associate Underwriter) to support our growing Underwriting Team. This role is on-site four days a week at the Great American Tower in Cincinnati, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in office days are Tuesday Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs. Are you self-motivated, highly organized and driven by attention to detail? Do you enjoy multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy supporting a team and working independently? If so, this might be the right job for you! Strategic Comp is part of Great American Insurance Group, which was established in 1872. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the operations of Great American Insurance Group are engaged primarily in property and casualty insurance, focusing on specialty commercial products for businesses and in the sale of annuities. The Underwriting Assistant (Associate Underwriter) will provide customer service and administrative support to the Underwriting department. This position gathers data from several sources, including the clients, on new and renewal business for the underwriting decision process. The Underwriting Assistant organizes the data and provides it to the Underwriters to help speed decision making. (The Underwriting Assistant does not perform risk selection, rejection, pricing and retention -- those tasks are performed by the Underwriter.) The Underwriting Assistant maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers in relation to the underwriting process. Responsibilities: Performs a variety of policy administration tasks in support of the business within established production and quality guidelines. Tasks may include: Reviews instructions from agent, underwriter, insured, broker, etc. to understand / determine what is needed to provide quotes, issuances, renewals, endorsements, Crits etc. Enters information on quotes, issuances, renewals, audits, endorsements and / or cancellations / reinstatements based on rules and company procedures. Enters rate, premium and / or policy information into appropriate systems for policy updates / issuance. Maintains file accuracy and completeness. Orders, prepares and / or updates reports (i.e., loss reports, financial reports, loss run requests, etc.) and / or legal notices (i.e., Notice of Cancellation, non-renewal notice, etc.). Researches and resolves and / or corrects errors and / or issues. Prepares, assembles and / or issues policy / endorsements and associated documentation. Researches and reconciles premium / billing accounting discrepancies. Responds to premium / billing questions. Utilizes computerized systems for research, tracking, information gathering and / or troubleshooting (i.e., Excel / Word programs, legacy systems, internal systems, third party vendor delivered systems, etc.). Shares and / or conveys routine information via telephone, e-mail, fax or regular mail to underwriters, agents, brokers, reinsurers and / or insureds maintaining a professional demeanor in all situations. Participates in other departmental processes / projects, such as changes / enhancements to forms and screens, user acceptance testing for systems and policies, and reviewing impact to current policies / practices. Acts as a liaison with other departments and facilitate interdepartmental communication. May perform other tasks including support, imaging, mail, data entry, agent contracting support and / or supply functions. Builds working knowledge of policies and procedures, as well as the business (including products, coverages etc.) and organization. Complies with company and regulatory guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree is preferred Underwriting assistant or internship experience with an insurance carrier or agency is preferred Workers' Compensation or Property & Casualty lines experience is preferred Business Unit: Strategic Comp Benefits: We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits. Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. 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