Underwriter I

Company: AmTrust Financial
Location: Latham
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

Underwriter I



Job Locations

US-United States






Requisition ID

2024-17693



Category

Underwriting



Position Type

Regular Full-Time






































Overview









Summary:
This underwriting position specifically works with national payroll agencies and digital partners and is within a quickly growing division of the AmTrust with opportunities for advancement. Emphasis is placed on providing excellent customer service including quick and timely submission review. Majority of accounts are small to mid-market workers comp submissions domiciled countrywide. Individual account underwriting is required including hazard analysis, rating, pricing, and form selection. This person also meets with assigned agencies and producers to review progress in business goals and accounts as needed. Those within a 50 mile radius of an AmTrust office will be expected to abide by the hybrid schedule of 3 days in office and 2 remote.













Responsibilities









Responsibilities:

• Underwrite new business insurance policies through solid risk analysis, pricing and servicing. Adheres to corporate underwriting and pricing guidelines. Operates within written authority grant and makes referrals to management as required.
• Provides professional, timely and courteous communication and service to external clients and cross departmental staff.
• Provides the pertinent information and guidance to support staff required to process coverage requests in accordance with service guidelines
• Understanding and adherence to organizational and regulatory rules, and ability to adhere to underwriting authority
• Provides technical assistance to sales team and customers regarding policy and endorsement provisions and underwriting acceptability for designated insurance coverages.
• Maintain strong industry knowledge on WC underwriting expertise and changes in market/account positions. Develop and maintain full knowledge of all forms, coverages, ratings, and manuals for the specific line being underwritten.
• Knowledge of other insurance products is preferred (BOP, EPL, WC, Package, Cyber).
• Participate in review and evaluation of risk portfolio, making recommendations on book management issues.
• Travel to agency offices for onsite underwriting 15%
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Qualifications:
  Required:At least 2+ years' experience in Finance, Insurance or PayrollProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including ExcelBachelor's degree Preferred: CPCU, ASLI or CIC designation preferred, or the equivalent combination of education and experienceBackground in Workers' Compensation.Multiline underwriting experience preferred.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  What We Offer
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off. AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities. AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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Keywords: AmTrust Financial, Schenectady , Underwriter I, Other , Latham, New York