Junior Underwriting Assistant

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In 2023, ABI was acquired by INSHUR, the fastest-growing global provider of insurance for the on-demand economy, making coverage fair and accessible for drivers.

We are looking for a Junior Underwriting Assistant here at ABI, based in Westlake Village, CA. You'll be working for a busy Commercial Insurance Brokerage that specializes in the "for hire" transportation industry, which includes taxicab, limousine, and rideshare TNC APP based companies.

Supported by (and reporting to) the Chief Underwriting Officer, you'll be joining a friendly team of nine who believe in delivering exceptional service with a high standard of integrity.

We value high performance and care deeply about making ABI a place where everyone is building something special, that we can all be proud of, while enjoying the ride.

What you'll do

As our Junior Underwriting Assistant you will be responsible for assisting the Underwriting department by collecting external customer information, performing data entry, helping with risk assessments, state filings, motor vehicle record reviews, policy cancellations/reinstatements, and policy binds. 

While we prioritise aptitude and passion over a strict checklist of requirements, we've outlined a core set of skills we believe will lead to success in this role. To make things clear, we've categorised them into "essentials to thrive in the role" and "additional skills that could set you apart"

We'd love to hear from you if you have

...these essentials to thrive in the role; 

• Eagerness to learn about Auto Insurance and committed to professional growth.
• Understanding and valuing the importance of following established processes and procedures.
• You Bring strong critical thinking and decision-making skills to overcome challenges.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members and clients alike.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office (including Excel) or Google Suite (including Sheets).
• A team player who takes pride in your work, and hold yourself accountable for delivering outstanding results.

Your colleagues say you are:

• Detail oriented 
• Hold yourself accountable
• Have a positive attitude
• Collaborative
• Adaptable 

What we offer

We provide a friendly and stimulating environment for everyone to grow, learn and thrive in. We operate in a hybrid of remote and office-based work and we encourage a flexible way of working to adapt to personal circumstances and individual and business needs. 

Our budget for this role is between $50,000 - $60,000 and we will take into account your previous experience and location of work when agreeing on the final offer. 

We offer all our employees stock options and we've built a benefits package that invests in our employees' long-term personal and professional growth and well-being. Here's a sample of what this includes:

🌴 25 days of holiday ( 5 days after 5 years), 5 sick days and 8 federal holidays

🩺 Medical, dental and vision health insurance plans

🛡️ Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits 

🍼 13 weeks fully paid parental leave for all new parents, regardless of your gender

💵 401(k) with 4% company match

🚉 Commuter Benefits

🕐 Flexible working hours to fit your lifestyle

📚 $650 annual training allowance & learning opportunities

🧘‍♀️ $50 monthly wellbeing and home setup allowance

📞 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and mental health benefits

It goes without saying that we provide everyone with a laptop, monitor, top of the range kit, and any software you need. 

About Us

🚕 INSHUR is the fastest-growing global provider of insurance for the on-demand economy, making coverage fair and accessible for drivers.

💡Cutting edge technology & deep insurance know-how underpins our revolutionary offering for on-demand drivers, keeping premiums affordable and delivering results for partners. With a focus on embedded insurance solutions, and complementary technology integrations for digital platform providers such as Uber, Amazon, Bolt, FREENOW and OLA, we've been helping drivers stay on the road since 2016 through our data, technology and in-house insurance expertise.

🚀 Backed by some off the most forward thinking VC's including Viola Growth, JVP, Munich Re, Viola Fintech, MTech Capital, Antler, and MS&AD, we have secured over $70 million in funding  as well as the acquisition of American Business Insurance in 2023. We have exciting plans to continue growing our portfolio and product lines and expand to new territories in the future.

🌍 As a global team of around 250 people based across the US, UK, and the Netherlands, we value:

🤝 Generosity, inclusivity, open-mindedness, and diversity

🏆 Delivering great results and learning in the open

🎯 Freedom to make long-term, high-impact decisions

💙 The wellbeing of our teammates and the people around us

And... Enjoying the ride!

Equal opportunities

🌈 At INSHUR, we believe that having a diverse team where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work is key to our success. We're passionate about creating equal opportunities and making the tech industry a better place for all and we don't discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, marital status, disability, or age.

🌍 As of July 2024, our team consists of 43% women, 26% from BAME or BIPOC backgrounds, and 13% LGBTQ 🌈. We proudly represent 30 nationalities and span multiple generations, including Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. We're proud to have been recognised for Diversity and Inclusion by the British Insurance Awards 🏆.

🏢 We recognise that early-stage companies often hire people similar to the existing team—something we've worked hard to overcome. We follow a structured hiring process and ensure our interview teams are trained to foster inclusivity and equity.

⏰ While this position is advertised as full-time, we're flexible on specific arrangements and happy to discuss options like part-time, job-sharing, or other flexible work setups for the right candidate.

🛠️ If you need any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know, and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.