Sr Underwriting Assistant, E&S/S

Job Description Summary If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. The Senior Underwriting Assistant will provide in-depth technical and administrative support to underwriting and management staff, evaluating and reviewing new and renewal policies for company compliance and handling complex policy maintenance items. Key Responsibilities Reviews individual risks or programs for company compliance from agents, brokers or program managers and determines acceptability of renewal business based upon prior policy information or requests additional information. Determines premium charge for the exposure, determines appropriate endorsements and exclusions per program guidelines or instructions from underwriter. Confirms and compares pricing and binding conditions are met on new business submitted by agents, brokers and program managers and refers to Underwriter as necessary. Reviews and handles more complex policy maintenance items, and other mid‑term requests for the Underwriter. Reviews or prepares endorsement requests for issuance, and processes necessary changes to the policy. Reviews claim activity and refers to Underwriter as necessary. Evaluates inspections within established guidelines to ensure accuracy of premium basis and exposures. Corresponds with agents, brokers and program managers regarding inspectors’ recommendations as necessary. Prepares Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) reviews, and performs underlying policy reviews comparing to the policy and noting all discrepancies for underwriting. Reviews and follows up unsolved policy maintenance items by corresponding with general agent, broker or program manager and providing additional details on what is needed to solve the issue. Participates in training new Underwriting Assistants and acts as the technical advisor to Underwriting Assistants and support staff. Able to handle a heavier workload and is proactive in reaching out to peers when there is a need for additional support. Completes peer and agency audit worksheets within defined company guidelines. Assists with desk coverage for other Assistants or Underwriters. Recognizes the priority of a request to refer to a back‑up Underwriter or Manager for handling. Processes monthly reports on reporting policies per the terms of the policy. May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Typical Skills and Experiences Education: Undergraduate studies preferred. License/Certification/Designation: Completion of general insurance courses such as IIA, AIS, AINS, AU, or ASLI is preferred. Experience: Three years related experience or two years’ experience as an Underwriting Assistant preferred. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Knowledge of business concepts; ability to communicate with groups and individuals through telephone contact and in writing; Microsoft Office products and ability to function in a network environment; ability to think and problem‑solve within assigned guidelines; prior exposure to Excess and Surplus operations is a plus as well as knowledge of the wholesale broker system; additional leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence. Values Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values. Job Conditions Overtime Eligibility: Non‑exempt (eligible). Working Conditions: Normal office environment; limited travel may be required. ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Short and long term disability coverage Paid time off – new hires receive a minimum of 18 days per full calendar year pro‑rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime Paid Time Off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off 401(k) with company match Company‑paid pension plan Business casual attire allowance Other benefits as offered Salary Range National salary range for Sr Underwriting Assistant, E&S/Specialty: $46,345 - $80,700. Expected starting salary range: $46,345 - $65,100. EEO Statement Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company