What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Underwriter position at Berkley?
Company Details
Carolina Casualty is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, an insurance holding company that is among the largest commercial lines insurance writers in the United States. We specialize in liability, physical damage, cargo and other insurance solutions for the commercial auto markets including trucking, public transportation and others.
We maintain some of the lowest claim adjuster pending claim counts in the industry. Our adjusters are part of a culture that emphasizes inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and team. Our culture is one where your work is recognized and appreciated. If you want to contribute to an organization where you matter and where you can make a difference, then search no further.
The company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Carolina Casualty is seeking a detail-oriented, quick-learner with an interest in pursuing a long-term career with a constantly-evolving top competitor in the Commercial Transportation Insurance industry.
Key Functions will include but not be limited to:
- Collect and analyze data to rate new and renewal business
- Efficiently navigate in rating and issuance systems, including timely and accurate issuance of policies and policy amendments
- Adhere to all Carolina Casualty, Underwriting, State, and Federal rules and regulations
- Examine documents including declarations, applications, signed forms, Motor Vehicle Reports, and other policy documents for accuracy and completeness
- Interpret underwriting manuals/guidelines, rating manuals, forms, and workflows and provide improvement recommendations as appropriate
- Maintain knowledge of technical underwriting process and/or research information if needed; participate in ongoing training as appropriate
- Collaborate with peers, Underwriters, and other departments to promptly and proactively address business challenges and/or opportunities
- Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned
- Provide first level contact for external customer service inquiries
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management preferred
- Insurance Designation (AINS, AU, etc…) preferred
- 1 - 3 years of Insurance and/or Commercial Auto (Trucking and Public Transportation) Insurance Underwriting experience preferred
- 2 years of Data Entry/Data Processing
- Capable of working with internal and external teams and partners
- Superior customer experience skills
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Strong computer skills, including Excel and Outlook
Additional Company Details
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
