Underwriting Technician

Overview

Responsible for providing E&S Builders Risk underwriters with the information necessary to make sound underwriting decisions, including customer service and administrative support for underwriters and brokers from initial submission through policy issuance. Provides support within established performance standards and priorities, ensuring all activities align with the business unit’s commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

· Participates with underwriters in new business activities that support underwriting decisions consistent with growth and profitability goals

· Partners with underwriters to identify and gather account information required to quote, bind, and issue policies

· Manages account documentation and processing, including premium audits, endorsements, cancellations, and non-renewals

· Handles policy maintenance and other midterm servicing requests; follows up on outstanding information

· Develops and maintains strong relationships with brokers through regular communication; resolves issues as needed

· Provides general administrative support and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

· BA/BS degree strongly preferred; equivalent work experience considered in lieu of a degree

· Minimum of 1+ year of underwriting or related insurance experience is required

· Builders Risk experience and/or basic understanding of property insurance concepts preferred

· Strong interest in pursuing a career in the insurance industry

Skills/Competencies:

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently

· Ability to analyze, synthesize, and apply large volumes of information

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.