Associate Underwriter/Desk Underwriter

What part will you play? If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you've found it.
The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.Join us and play your part in something special!The Associate Underwriter/Desk Underwriter plays a vital role in delivering our AI-powered underwriting platform's differentiated value proposition by efficiently managing standard insurance submissions, supporting broker communications, and ensuring high-quality underwriting throughout. Working within a collaborative 'pod' structure under the guidance of a Senior Underwriter, the AU executes repeatable, process-driven tasks that drive volume and efficiency, allowing the team to scale while maintaining strong broker relationships.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute standard underwriting submissions, applying established guidelines and logic codified within our proprietary underwriting system.
• Manage submission pipelines, ensuring timely processing and supporting the delivery of quotes in accordance with productivity expectations.
• Support broker communications and follow-ups as needed, serving as a reliable point of contact for routine inquiries.
• Generate and validate final quotes, forms, and documentation for binding, coordinating with policy issuance and servicing teams as needed.
• Maintain accuracy of in-force policies, execute mid-term changes, and support renewals readiness by updating data and preparing handoffs to underwriters.
• Collaborate with Senior Underwriters to ensure consistent and high-quality output, escalating complex or flagged submissions as appropriate.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to support career progression toward more senior underwriting roles.

Education

• High School Diploma or relevant work experience required
• College degree preferred

Work Experience/Skill Set

• 2+ years of underwriting experience
• Strong attention to detail and process orientation
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Interest in career development within the underwriting profession

US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.


We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better


We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What's in it for you:


In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees' needs at all stages of life.

• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.

• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Are you ready to play your part?

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