Underwriting Associate

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Underwriting Associate to join our team at The Amynta Group. As an Underwriting Associate, you will be responsible for handling primary underwriting duties, including new business, renewal, and program underwriting. You will also be responsible for claim intake, closing, and filing of initial claim documents. Additionally, you will provide daily office support to our Glastonbury, CT office and assist the Underwriting and Claim Departments with reporting, quality control initiatives, and projects as requested.

Key Responsibilities

E-filing support for assigned regions

ABS booking support for assigned regions, including new, renewal, endorsement, cancellation/reinstatement, bond closure transactions, and use of external systems as needed

Maintain accurate lists of advance renewals and share with assigned regions on a monthly basis to obtain underwriting approval of renewals to be booked

Support billing discrepancies and receivables collection for assigned business, working in conjunction with the Finance billing & collections team and serving as the primary point of contact for agency outreach on receivables

Build relationships with counterparties at assigned agencies

General support for assigned underwriters/territories, including account and agency maintenance (systems data entry and maintenance, new agency setup requests, and POAs)

Assist with Quality Control initiatives as requested

Indemnity Agreement support for assigned regions, including inbound indemnity agreement review, coordination with Claim/Legal, indexing, e-filing, and physical fire-proof cabinet storage

Assist the Underwriting and Claim/Legal Departments as requested with general underwriting, reporting, forms, or system needs

Assist the Associate Underwriting Supervisor as needed with Admiralty booking and e-filing support, collateral administration, and other miscellaneous assignments

Assist with International bond placements, bookings, billings, and monitoring

Provide daily office support to the Glastonbury, CT office (ordering office supplies, annual calendar setup, reserving conference rooms, mail, etc.)

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a significant degree of self-direction and require substantial accuracy and attention to detail. They will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with counterparties at assigned agencies. Additionally, they will have a strong understanding of underwriting principles and practices, with the ability to apply this knowledge in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What We Offer

The Amynta Group is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of any ground of discrimination protected by applicable human rights legislation. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about underwriting and risk management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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