Underwriting Assistant

Overview At Amwins, we succeed together — and have a good time doing it. We know people don't leave companies. They leave cultures — which is why we work so hard on ours. At Amwins, we thrive on collaboration, not cutthroat competition. Our teams work together to help each other succeed, and we do right by our clients so they can do right by theirs. First and foremost, we invest in our employees. That investment shows in everything we do; education and development programs, comprehensive and competitive benefits, and an organizational structure that's 43% owned by employee shareholders. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion helps cultivate an open, welcoming workplace that reflects the communities we serve. You will have the opportunity volunteer within Amwins through a wide range of committees and in your community through the Amwins Foundation and Summer of Service. Working at Amwins means you love what you do, how you do it and, ultimately, who you do it with. Whether it's today or 150 years from now, we continue to invest in our culture and your development so opportunities for growth and career advancement are never in short supply. Position Overview Amwins is looking for an Underwriting Assistant to join the Amwins National Transportation Underwriting team. By providing support to our underwriters and clients through servicing a high volume of accounts while giving great attention to detail, Underwriting Assistants are an essential part the success of our firm. We are looking for individuals who are eager to add their unique value to the team. While working with the industry’s leading wholesalers and surplus lines carriers, our Underwriting Assistants have the opportunity to learn our company from the ground up with exciting opportunities for accelerated advancement. Responsibilities Setup Submission information for new and renewal business in agency management and rating system Make, and follow-through with, request for missing information from outside sources Rates business in UW system for Underwriters Maintains account logs for control of outstanding items Completes Bind Form, Issues Policy Numbers Reviews bound account information Policy issuance and endorsement processing QA policies, proposals, and binding acknowledgements Monitoring various reports for consistency May order loss control in accordance with company guidelines, reviews completed reports and takes appropriate action, as required Coordinates with other department personnel where needed Assist in accounting procedures such as invoicing Answer incoming calls Multi-Tasking Assist in the day-to-day operations as required Performs other duties as assigned Data entry into multiple internet-based systems Use Microsoft Office software, (e.g. Outlook, Word and Excel) Qualifications Excellent computer skills including typing proficiency, Microsoft Office proficiency with an emphasis in Excel spreadsheets Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent attention to detail High-level of motivation Ability to adapt, learn and identify process improvement opportunities Ability to prioritize important and pressing tasks Innate organizational skills, willingness to take on challenges, and focus on personal responsibility To the qualified candidate we offer includes a salary commensurate with experience Full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability and 401(k) Collaborative, continuing education focused work environment Opportunity for advancement Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Equal Opportunity Policy The acceptance of the requested information for consideration and referral of candidates will be without regard to a candidate’s race, creed, color, age, gender, marital status, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation/identification/expression, disability status, or weight and will be based solely on the candidate’s qualifications for the position. We are an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr AMWINS USA