Underwriting Specialist II

Posting Description Aon is looking for an Underwriting Specialist II As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions. This role has the flexibility to be based in Fort Washington, PA or Washington D.C with a hybrid work schedule. Your impact as an Underwriting Specialist II Our Underwriting Specialist II will be responsible for underwriting and servicing business insurance and management liability coverage through multiple programs targeting the nonprofit sector. This position includes underwriting and end-to-end servicing of renewal and new business risks within designated Affinity programs targeting the non-profit segment. The position requires extensive review and analysis of submissions, capturing data and assessing risk against established underwriting guidelines. The Underwriting Specialist II is responsible for using rating tools and inputting information into internal and external underwriting systems, liaising and advising direct insured organizations, prospects and local agents/brokers who submit and place business in the programs. Job Responsibilities: Provide customer support and assistance to direct clients, brokers and prospects to make recommendations and guide/educate on products. Responsible for underwriting and servicing policies through the full life-cycle of accounts. Will achieve successful results through telephone work (both incoming and outgoing calls) along with correspondence via email. Responsible for binder, policy and invoice delivery as well as adherence to accurate and rapid turn around on certificate of insurance requests (pertaining to business insurance). Supervise, track and follow-up on business insurance and management liability proposals to ensure customer and broker satisfaction. Use sound judgment and independent thinking to achieve the maximum result within authority and state guidelines Adept in conducting detailed discussions with retail brokers and direct customers and prospects about coverage and pricing features of the programs. Identify premium growth opportunities with current book by cross sell offering other coverage lines and with in-depth work on resolicitation and outreach to bolster pipeline. Collect/supervise competitive intelligence on all key competitors within assigned areas; anticipate client’s needs by contributing to research and development of products /endorsements Work with clients or brokers to provide coverage overviews and clarifications Works independently with moderate guidance and supervision Required Experience: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical skills and familiarity in working with carrier underwriting systems is a plus. Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment Self-motivated, highly organized and detail oriented. Experience with MS Office suite products, proficiency with Excel required. Property & Casualty license preferred - must be acquired within six months of hire date. Education: Four- year Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, or equivalent work experience. How we support our colleagues: In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email View email address on click.appcast.io For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $58,000 to $65,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan. Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts,employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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