Underwriting Assistant

Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders, and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. With an A.M. Best "A" (Excellent) rating, Amerisure serves mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, we proudly manage nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and maintain $1.21 billion in surplus.

Amerisure is recruiting for an Underwriting Assistant to join our team This role will be hybrid 2 days a week in the office & 3 from home. This position will sit in Farmington Hills, MI ideally, though could sit in Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Atlanta, GA, Tampa, FL; Indianapolis, IN; Phoenix, AZ or Dallas, TX.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for supporting the underwriting team by gathering, verifying, and organizing data from policyholder applications, financial records, and other supporting documents. A high level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team to ensure accurate underwriting decisions are made.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect, review, and process financial records and other documentation needed for the underwriting process.
• Assist in gathering additional information at the request of underwriting partners.
• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring that all required documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Support the underwriting team with administrative tasks, such as document organization and report preparation.
• Collaborate with agency partners to collect compliance documents and address inquiries from agencies and insureds.
• Assess risk by accurately completing Amerisure's underwriting risk assessment tools.
• Recognize discrepancies or missing information in applications and take steps to address and resolve the issues.
• Maintain accurate records of data.
• Assist the underwriting team with administrative duties, including document organization and report preparation.
• Learn and adhere to underwriting guidelines and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in the insurance industry, financial services, customer service or administration, preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills, including ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers.
• Proficient computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated successful ability to input data with a high accuracy rating, and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to travel occasionally, less than 5%

Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package. This package includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing, and generous paid time off programs. We also offer flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance. Recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation and one of Business Insurance magazine's Best Places to Work in Insurance, we provide a workplace that fosters excellence and professional growth. If you are looking for a collaborative and rewarding career, Amerisure is looking for you.

Amerisure Insurance provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Amerisure Insurance complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Amerisure Insurance expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Amerisure's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.