What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriting Assistant position at Starr?
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Position Overview
This position will provide support to the underwriting activities for the General Property portfolio.
Essential Job Functions
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.
Position Overview
This position will provide support to the underwriting activities for the General Property portfolio.
Essential Job Functions
- Entering new submissions and updating the Submission register
- Assisting underwriters in renewal preparation including, but not limited to, the preparing of premium & loss exhibits.
- Assisting Underwriters in attaining D&B reports, preparing catastrophe analysis and preparing quotation letters
- Preparing insurance binders and reinsurance layoff sheets in order to book and bill new and renewal accounts.
- Setting up new and renewal account files upon binding accounts
- Preparing policies and endorsements for underwriter review
- Following up on information needed from brokers.
- Maintain reports as required by Underwriters.
- Premium entry and reconciliation
- Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management and Insurance, or equivalent work experience
- 1 – 2 years of related experience preferred (Insurance Internships will be considered)
- Ideal candidates will have administrative/clerical experience in an underwriting environment.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
- Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Word
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.