What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Underwriter or Assistant - Jacksonville, FL position at Stillwater Insurance Group?
Property Underwriter or Property Underwriter Assistant
Location: Jacksonville, FL – In-office
Join our collaborative team where effort and work ethic get noticed. Enjoy a positive, friendly, energetic work environment with accessible leadership, where you will have the opportunity to learn the insurance industry and valuable skills while we invest in your future career with us.
Why Stillwater? Stillwater Insurance Group is a mid-sized national insurance provider offering a variety of home, auto and commercial insurance products in 50 states. We are headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, with additional offices in New York and Omaha, Nebraska. We offer an up-beat and supportive environment for a new team-member who brings a positive attitude, reliable work habits, attention to detail and an interest in learning. Our employees consistently describe Stillwater as a great company with great people where honesty and integrity are high priorities. Coaching and development, recognition and growth opportunities are some of the benefits of working in our small team environment.
Position Summary
As a Property Underwriter or Property Underwriter Assistant, you’ll play a key role in reviewing and assessing new quotes and applications to ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines. You will provide exceptional support to internal and external customers and contribute to the efficient, accurate, and consistent application of underwriting standards.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Jacksonville, FL – In-office
Join our collaborative team where effort and work ethic get noticed. Enjoy a positive, friendly, energetic work environment with accessible leadership, where you will have the opportunity to learn the insurance industry and valuable skills while we invest in your future career with us.
Why Stillwater? Stillwater Insurance Group is a mid-sized national insurance provider offering a variety of home, auto and commercial insurance products in 50 states. We are headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, with additional offices in New York and Omaha, Nebraska. We offer an up-beat and supportive environment for a new team-member who brings a positive attitude, reliable work habits, attention to detail and an interest in learning. Our employees consistently describe Stillwater as a great company with great people where honesty and integrity are high priorities. Coaching and development, recognition and growth opportunities are some of the benefits of working in our small team environment.
Position Summary
As a Property Underwriter or Property Underwriter Assistant, you’ll play a key role in reviewing and assessing new quotes and applications to ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines. You will provide exceptional support to internal and external customers and contribute to the efficient, accurate, and consistent application of underwriting standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, evaluate, and process quotes, applications, reports, inspections, and policy documents
- Assist agents, policyholders, vendors, and internal teams with questions and requests
- Perform administrative tasks and support special projects as needed
- Respond to emails, calls, and chats in a professional and timely manner
- Collaborate with other departments to enhance the customer experience
- Order reports and re-evaluate risks to ensure ongoing eligibility
- 2 years of Property & Casualty underwriting experience required
- Florida 2-20 or 4-40 insurance license preferred
- Strong reading and interpretation skills for policies, regulations, and procedures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams)
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Sound decision-making and judgment skills
- Ability to manage priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written communication and editing skills
- Team-oriented mindset with openness to feedback and collaboration
- Dependability and punctuality in all work responsibilities
- Proven ability to manage time and meet productivity standards
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on quality and accuracy