Associate Underwriter

Formed as a broadly diversified MGA, Paragon supports retail agents and insurance carriers, and reinsurers with our strong underwriting talent, broad capabilities, sophisticated operations, and varied business interests. Key Responsibilities Develop the ability to perform risk selection and analysis by examining and evaluating documents such as applications, inspections reports, valuations, risk meters scores and insured web sites. Follow underwriting guidelines and authority granted in the review of risks and account selection. Build relationships with agents through timely service of accounts and risk placement. Effectively communicate with agent or brokers, company underwriters, internal staff and management to obtain additional information, quote accounts, as well as servicing existing accounts. Connect with carrier underwriters to assist in learning coverage, guidelines, and technology. Address assigned workload within quality, productivity and service standards as established by the company/underwriting guidelines. Appropriate and timely response to questions posed by brokers, clients, underwriters, and other company personnel. Special projects as needed/assigned. Requirements Recognize and effectively act upon situations with limited supervision. 1-3 years of similar related job experience Good computer and application skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to follow instructions and adhere to prescribed routines and practices. Critical and analytical thinking abilities. Effective time management and organizational skills Interpersonal skills/Effective team skills High School Diploma required. Working knowledge of insurance coverages, procedures, and rating. The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. Discretionary incentive compensation may be awarded. Jencap also offers a range of benefits and programs, based on eligibility, which currently include but are not limited to; comprehensive health care coverage, a 401k plan, and tuition reimbursement. Jencap is an emerging and rapidly growing leader in the industry and as such, we approach talent acquisition as an opportunity to identify the best talent. Therefore, the level of the role and compensation may vary depending upon the best available candidate. Ready to have your voice heard, your talents properly utilized and to become a valued part of a rapidly growing organization? You’re in the right place. Paragon is a dynamic, bold, and tenacious company. Join us as we continue to chart new paths, open doors and grow together. #J-18808-Ljbffr