What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriting Assistant position at Brown & Brown Insurance?
Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.
We are Seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join our growing team in Horsham, PA.
This position assists the Underwriter by reviewing insurance applications, inspections, and other pertinent information to evaluate, classify, and rate submissions for insurance by performing the following duties.
How You Will Contribute
- Work with Underwriter, insuring that all required information is obtained, proper applications are completed, quotes and binders are confirmed in writing, policies are issued promptly and accurately, state filings (were applicable) are made, and taxes paid in accordance with appropriate state laws.
- Provide full assistance and support for the sales and production process; including, but not limited to, providing new business quotes as needed.
- Issuance of renewals.
- Work with Underwriter when reviewing risks submitted by Producers, rate submissions for premium and terms, issue written binders.
- Review indications, quotes, binders, submissions and policies for completeness and high degree of accuracy including forms and editions.
- Become thoroughly familiar with the use of all agency management software systems and suggest labor saving uses to management.
- Order and review inspections. This duty requires the ability to identify the different exposures of risks, verify information obtained on inspection with the information on policy for accuracy and verification of underwriting guidelines.
- Issuance of Certificates of Insurance.
Skills & Experience to Be Successful
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Exceptional telephone demeanor
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- One (1) to two (2) years related experience
Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
- Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
- Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
- Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
The Power To Be Yourself
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.
