Associate Underwriter
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $60K
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term Disability, 401(k)
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM 40 hours per week
Location: 100% Onsite - Alpharetta, GA
About the Role
The role will support the underwriting team in processing and managing both new and renewal business. This role serves as a vital link between insureds, brokers, and carriers, ensuring accurate audits, timely binding, effective invoicing, and resolution of operational issues. The ideal candidate is organized, communicative, and comfortable navigating accounting and career-related matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Policy Processing & Support
- Assist underwriters with quoting, binding, and issuing new and renewal policies in accordance with carrier guidelines.
- Prepare and review policy documentation, endorsements, and invoices for accuracy.
- Ensure timely submission and processing of bound policies and endorsements.
- Audit & Compliance
- Support audit processes by gathering and reviewing necessary documentation.
- Verify compliance with underwriting and carrier standards.
- Client & Carrier Communication
- Act as a liaison between insureds, brokers, and insurance carriers.
- Communicate effectively to gather required documentation and resolve outstanding issues.
- Follow up on pending items and escalate issues as needed.
- Issue Resolution
- Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and processing errors.
- Coordinate with internal departments and carriers to address and resolve coverage, premium, and policy discrepancies.
- Documentation & Data Management
- Maintain organized and accurate underwriting files and databases.
- Input and update policy and client information in agency management systems.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in insurance underwriting support, agency operations, or MGA setting preferred.
- Strong knowledge of commercial insurance processes and terminology is a plus.
- Familiarity with policy issuance, endorsements, audits, and invoicing procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new technologies easily
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary with bonus potential.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and professional team in the insurance industry.
If you have a background in insurance, especially with MGA experience, and are eager to contribute your expertise to a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Apply Now: Be part of a team where your skills and experience will make a significant impact.