Small Business Underwriting Assistant

About the Role Donegal Insurance Group has an opening for a Small Business Underwriting Assistant supporting Commercial Lines Small Business Underwriters to ensure that profitability and growth objectives for the company are being met. This position will provide new and renewal quoting support, processing endorsements, and reviewing and approving loss control inspections. It is anticipated that there will be a high volume of time‑sensitive documents that must be completed accurately and on time to support the customer service goals and objectives established for the department. Responsibilities and Duties Select, price and develop coverage terms for small commercial lines accounts to achieve profitable underwriting results and assist with providing leadership, support and coaching for the underwriting function. Review new business applications to evaluate degree of risk involved. Accept or decline risks based on company’s underwriting policies. Review application for completeness. Contact agents for missing or incomplete information. Use sound underwriting judgment and technical skills to meet the company goals of quality and timeliness. Assist data entry unit on the processing of new business, renewals, policy changes and all other related transactions. Interpret insurance coverage for agents and insureds; answer telephone inquiries from agents and insureds regarding coverages and pricing. Maintain and establish good working relationships with agents and communicate underwriting decisions to agents and insureds. Review policy renewal information to determine if properly priced based on exposure; determine if policy should be renewed based on company criteria. Review and approve all policy changes submitted. Assist other functions or departments with enhancing and developing existing products to enhance the underwriting process. Qualifications and Skills Bachelor’s Degree preferred with a background in insurance or equivalent experience. One to three years of commercial experience at a company or agency level preferred. Commercial Technical Assistants with a minimum of two years’ experience will also be considered. Demonstration of self‑development through attainment of professional insurance designations, CLCS, AU, CPCU, ARM, etc. Starting Pay The pay range for this position is $55,000 annually. The specific offer will vary based on an applicant's education, qualifications, professional experience, skills, abilities, and any applicable designations or certifications. The posted pay range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience. The pay range may also be adjusted based on an applicant's geographic location. Competitive Benefits Package Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage : Available to you and your dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month after start date. 401(k) with the first 3% matched at 100%; the next 6% is matched at 50%. Paid Time Off : Paid vacation, sick days, paid holidays, and bereavement days. Career Development : Including college partnership discounts and industry designation reimbursements. Additional benefits include company‑paid basic life insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; employee stock purchase plan; and employee assistance program. Work Arrangement The work arrangement for this position will be reviewed with candidates during a phone screening. If the position does not require an onsite expectation, the ideal candidate must live within our Donegal footprint. Current approved states are: AL, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, and WV. (This list is subject to change without notice.) E-Verify Donegal Insurance Group participates in E-Verify in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. If you reside in one of these states, please review the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work Poster. Notice of E-Verify Participation Poster Right to Work Poster #J-18808-Ljbffr Donegal Insurance Group