Underwriting Assistant

Description

of Operations.

• Participate in projects / assignments as needed to support administrative tasks.
• Acquire information for regulatory compliance : i.e., proof of insurance, certificates.
• Respond to inquiries and questions from Brokers and Internal Departments.
• Communicate directly with Brokers to obtain missing information, complete a transaction, or follow-up on quotes to drive increased hit ratios.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?

• University or College Diploma preferred.
• Sales experience is an asset
• Business acumen.
• Basic underwriting skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft software, web-enabled applications and database software, Adobe Acrobat and Internet Explorer.
• Self- Motivated, takes initiative and is flexible.
• Strong communication skills with ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Advanced keyboard / input / typing skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment and ability to multi task.
• Industry designation or working towards one.

What is a Must Have?

• High School diploma
• 3 years experience in insurance industry or University Degree / College Diploma in Insurance, Finance, or related degree.

What Is in It for You?

• Health Insurance : Employees and their eligible family members including spouses, partners, and children are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement : Travelers provides a core contribution of 3% of your total eligible earnings to your Deferred Profit Sharing Plan ( DPSP ).

Travelers also matches your savings plan contribution dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of base pay.

Paid Time Off : Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off ( PTO ) annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 36 PTO days per year.

You will also receive twelve paid company Holidays.

Wellness Program : The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs.

In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.

Volunteer Encouragement : We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved.

Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodation to persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment or interview process we will work with you to accommodate your needs.

If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an so we may assist you.