Underwriting Assistant -NJ

Underwriting Assistant - NJ

Hybrid NEW JERSEY - EDISON, NJ 08837

Overview

Category Admin - Clerical

Description

Position Summary:

Support Underwriters by performing a variety of tasks including the preparation and servicing of new and renewal accounts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up underwriting files and applications by obtaining required documents and updating appropriate systems (i.e., ImageRight and WINS)
• Review applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide timely and professional customer service to agents to facilitate the processing of business.
• Conduct research and run reports for initial risk analysis such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, credit checks, loss control, ISO reports, Risk Meter, etc.
• Track inspection requirements and recommendation status.
• Rate and issue new and renewal policies and endorsements.
• Prepare quotations, binders or polices at the direction of the Underwriters.
• Communicate with all levels of employees to include, but not limited to, producers and internal personnel to confirm or obtain data needed for policy issuance and servicing.
• Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required; Associates degree preferred.
• Some administrative experience required. Experience as an Underwriting Assistant preferred.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet
• Experience with AS/400 and/or ImageRight preferred.
• Experience with Guidewire preferred.

Skills:

• Proven ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Must demonstrate a high level of initiative and ability to plan and organize complex requests.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time/desk management skills, as well as mathematical aptitude
• Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional and courteous manner.

The salary range for this role is $42,700-$83,200. The listed annual salary range posted for this position is subject to change and may vary depending on performance, education, experience, skills, geographic location, travel requirements, demonstrated proficiency in the competencies required for the role and business needs. Base pay is just one component of GNY's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.