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Ledgebrook

Modernizing the Specialty insurance industry

Underwriting Operations Specialist

UnderwriterUnderwriterFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 51-200Since 2021H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Poland

Posted

65 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor DegreeEnglish

Job Description

Underwriting Operations Specialist

Ledgebrook

• Provide superior support to the Underwriting and Operations Units • Work closely with Underwriting Assistants and Underwriters • Gain in-depth understanding of multiple insurance products in the US market • Combine insurance expertise with strong customer focus • Facilitate account clearance and set-up • Execute submission triage activities • Organize and maintain file documentation • Balance multiple tasks/projects to focus on key priorities

Job Requirements

  • Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven experience in Insurance Industry
  • Experience in building successful relationships with various stakeholders at all levels
  • Strong customer focus and ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Comfortable with MS Office Suite and Google Workspace applications
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to drive initiative
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Self-driven skills and a sense of responsibility for the entrusted tasks
  • Demonstrated attributes of attention to quality and self-discipline.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and meaningful equity ownership
  • Remote work, flexible hours
  • Unlimited time off policy
  • Ownership, autonomy, purpose

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