Underwriting Assistant II

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Job description

Job Description

We currently have an opportunity for an Underwriting Assistant II to join our Operations team in either our Salem, VA or Englewood, CO offices. This position provides advanced technical services and administrative support for Intact Specialty Solutions' underwriters. Duties are performed in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures.

Responsibilities

* Demonstrates working knowledge of insurance work-tracking systems and procedures to populate new and renewal submission set ups.
* Reviews insurance applications and translates the information as required by set guidelines or product determination for use by the underwriters. Includes detailed researching and analysis of financial and credit data.
* Following operations workflows and direction from underwriting, effectively uses Intact Specialty Solutions policy writing and workflow management systems to process submission transactions. Utilizes on-line resources to facilitate basic transaction processing.
* Manages processing of transactions to meet or exceed business unit service level standards.
* Responds to simple inquiries from customers regarding systems, methods, procedures, status of work and miscellaneous requests in a prompt and accurate manner.
* Responsible for learning and understanding insurance coverages. Takes initiative to acquire additional insurance knowledge by enrolling in industry related courses and programs.
* Assists with a variety of tasks within underwriting support and special projects as needed.
* Responds to tasks, requests and inquires in a professional and timely manner.

Requirements

* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Must be detail oriented, maintain a high level of accuracy and provide follow-through on projects.
* Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with company personnel and customers, and exhibit technical competence and good judgment.
* Time management, flexibility to change, and ability to focus for long periods of time is required.
* Demonstrated proficiency with copier, phone, internet and computer software including Microsoft Office suite and other data entry applications.

Education and Experience:

* High School diploma required, with demonstrated business experience. some college preferred.
* 1 - 3 years of insurance experience preferred.

Compensation Range:

$40,000 - $48,000