Underwriting Assistant I

Underwriting Assistant I

Job Locations

US-IL-Chicago

Requisition ID

2025-19601

Category

Underwriting

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

We are looking for an Underwriting Assistant to join our Core Renewal Team! As an Underwriting Assistant, you will be the first point of contact for our brokers and agents. You will be responsible for starting the underwriting process for the MidAmerica region for existing business. This role will have exposure to all facets of underwriting such as monitoring underwriting tasks in our system, completing endorsements within assigned authority, assigning work out to appropriate contact in departments, and handling smaller renewals based on assigned letter of authority for multiple lines of business. We will provide you with the tools and resources to be successful as you'll interact with various stakeholders, participate in professional development, and enjoy career growth in your role.

This position is a hybrid work schedule 3 days in office 2 days remote in our Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX office.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite small renewals within an assigned Letter of Authority.
• Works closely with underwriters in handling policy requests and renewals.
• Follow underwriting guidelines, state regulation, and general procedures while handling assigned renewal policies.
• Maintains ownership of tasks assigned and provide acceptable service standards when processing and assigning tasks.
• Provide agency support to assigned agents by answering general questions, providing endorsement status, cancellation status, billing inquires, etc. or directs to correct contact.

Qualifications

The expected salary range for this role is $17.88-$27.50 / hr

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.

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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.

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