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Underwriting Assistant
The Sheffield Group Birmingham, AL
$45k-55k (estimate)
Full Time | Insurance 6 Days Ago
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The Sheffield Group is Hiring an Underwriting Assistant Near Birmingham, AL

Summary: Processes policy issuance, endorsements and follow-up for business placed by Underwriters by performing the following duties.

Requirements:

Education/Experience:

High-school diploma or equivalent required;

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school preferred;

Three to five years related experience and/or training preferred;

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software and Spreadsheet software.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include that the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and sit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assists with mail and making copies of checks and invoices.

Assists with endorsements.

Scans all documentation as requested.

Assists with answering phones for the department and providing customer service functions.

Assists in maintaining favorable working relationships with agents, CSR’s and other personnel and fellow employees.

Works closely with Billing in regard to invoicing and check documentation.

Provides administrative support on an as-needed basis.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Teamwork

Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed; recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

Analytical

Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.

Written Communication

Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.

Ethics

Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

Business Acumen

Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.

Initiative

Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.

Judgment

Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Physical setting:

  • Office

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Insurance: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Insurance

SALARY

$45k-55k (estimate)

POST DATE

06/21/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

10/18/2024

WEBSITE

thesheffieldfund.com

HEADQUARTERS

VESTAVIA HILLS, AL

SIZE

<25

FOUNDED

1993

CEO

DON CAPPS

REVENUE

$10M - $50M

INDUSTRY

Insurance

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