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E&S Builders Risk Underwriting Support

Responsible for providing E&S Builders Risk underwriters with the information necessary to make sound underwriting decisions, including customer service and administrative support for underwriters and brokers from initial submission through policy issuance. Provides support within established performance standards and priorities, ensuring all activities align with the business unit's commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities

Participates with underwriters in new business activities that support underwriting decisions consistent with growth and profitability goals

Partners with underwriters to identify and gather account information required to quote, bind, and issue policies

Manages account documentation and processing, including premium audits, endorsements, cancellations, and non-renewals

Handles policy maintenance and other midterm servicing requests; follows up on outstanding information

Develops and maintains strong relationships with brokers through regular communication; resolves issues as needed

Provides general administrative support and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

BA/BS degree strongly preferred; equivalent work experience considered in lieu of a degree

Minimum of 1+ year of underwriting or related insurance experience is required

Builders Risk experience and/or basic understanding of property insurance concepts preferred

Strong interest in pursuing a career in the insurance industry

Skills/Competencies:

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently

Ability to analyze, synthesize, and apply large volumes of information

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.