What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriting Assistant position at Windward Risk Managers?
**** Start date will be in January 2026 ****
Position Summary:
This is an entry level position involved in providing support for underwriters. The Underwriting Assistant reviews and processes endorsements and provides support for underwriters by processing correspondence, cancellations, non-renewals and executing follow-up action.
Essential Functions:
- Complete daily assignments in a paperless environment.
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Refer policies needing underwriting action to underwriter for review/decision.
- Complete action on items referred by underwriter.
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Effectively manages work items in compliance:
- Time/service standards
- Within established efficiency and quality standards
- Provide exceptional customer service with agents and other company support positions via written correspondence.
- Develop expertise by building technical knowledge through learning and development activities.
- Implement underwriting decisions in compliance with state laws and company guidelines.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- High school graduate or GED required; some college preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in the personal line’s insurance field
- Knowledge of prevalent industry computer software (Microsoft Office, etc.)
Core Competencies:
- Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner, developing solutions, working well in team environment to problem-solve.
- Judgment: Reaching sound conclusions by evaluating data and options for action.
- Communication: Communicating clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations, both orally and written
- Organization: Organizing work and prioritizing tasks