Underwriting Assistant

2 months ago


Ephrata, Pennsylvania, United States Brown & Brown Insurance Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Underwriting Assistant to join our team at Brown & Brown Insurance. As an Underwriting Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting our underwriting staff in all associated tasks for existing and new insurance pool/program business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist underwriters in managing new and existing accounts, organizing information according to Letter of Authority, if applicable.
  • Open and maintain hard files and files in the agency management system (Origami).
  • Prepare and issue Certificates of Insurance as requested.
  • Process new applications, organize information received, enter exposure information and notes into database, and maintain files.
  • Record Documents (emails, faxes, mail, etc.) into the agency management system (Origami).
  • Assist in binding new accounts.
  • Assist in closing files.
  • Process and issue endorsements.
  • Process renewal applications, data, and renewal binding documents.
  • Cross-train and assist other employees with projects or tasks when needed.
  • Assist with other general office duties, including answering phones, processing mail, scanning, photocopying, filing, shipping, and ordering supplies.
  • Other job-related projects or assignments to assist the underwriting management as delegated.
Requirements
  • High school diploma.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to obtain a Washington State Property & Casualty Insurance Producers License (courses and testing provided by Company).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Math skills such as Business Math or basic accounting functions.
  • Prior insurance experience or college degree.
Physical Requirements
  • Manual dexterity, arm and upper body range of motion sufficient for use of a keyboard, mouse and telephone on a constant basis for at least 7-10 hours per day.
  • Speech and hearing sufficient for in-person and telephone communication on a constant basis for at least 7-10 hours per day.
  • Vision sufficient for use of a computer monitor.
  • Ability to sit at a desk on a constant basis for at least 7-10 hours per day.
Compensation

Hourly Rate: $31.25

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.