Underwriting Assistant

UnderwriterUnderwriterFull TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Ohio

Posted

13 days ago

Salary

$24 - $30 / hour

Seniority

Mid Level

Associate Degree2 yrs expExperience acceptedEnglish

Job Description

Underwriting Assistant

One80 Intermediaries

• Determine eligibility of incoming commercial insurance submissions • Use underwriting tools and historical reports to make sound underwriting decisions which help ensure a profitable book of business • Work with senior underwriters to strive for a book of business with a loss ratio lower than 40% • Review motor vehicle records and determine eligibility for drivers • Re-rate or revise rating as needed • Document underwriting decisions

Job Requirements

  • Home state Property & Casualty insurance license preferred
  • Proven insurance underwriting knowledge, with commercial auto and other package risks
  • Minimum of two years insurance account administration with commercial auto and package business experience, along with ancillary corresponding lines proficiency.
  • Associate Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, or related field.
  • Extended years of insurance experience can partially substitute for lack of degree

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