Offer summary

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; additional education or certification in insurance is a plus., Minimum 1 year experience in an office setting, preferably in the insurance industry., Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation., Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite..

Key responsabilities:

Review and classify incoming documents to determine their nature and purpose.

Accurately input underwriting information into the company's database and maintain organized files.

Communicate with agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary documentation and respond to inquiries.

Conduct quality control checks and generate reports on underwriting activities for process improvement.

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1989, United Automobile Insurance Company is an innovative and established organization looking for an Underwriting Clerk to join our team. Family-owned, UAIC, is one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. The key to our growth and success is a commitment to providing quality service to our agents and customers, by providing disciplined underwriting, and strategic claims handling. Our ongoing efforts to invest substantial resources in personnel and technology are the foundation of our promise of assuring maximum efficiency and specialized operations in the industry. We are proud that our independent agents and customers have recognized our dedication by making UAIC the market leader in every state where we conduct business.

SCOPE:

As an Underwriting Clerk, you will play a key role in supporting the underwriting department's operations by performing various administrative tasks and ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the underwriting process. Your responsibilities will include in-depth tasks related to document management, data entry, and communication with internal and external team members. This position currently offers a remote work arrangement, allowing the ideal candidate to work from their preferred location within the Southeast region.

DUTIES:

Review incoming documents to determine their nature and purpose.

Employ a keen eye to identify and differentiate various types of documents.

Collaborate with team members to resolve any uncertainties in document identification.

Classify documents based on content, purpose, and established categorization criteria.

Utilize document management systems to index and organize documents efficiently.

Initiate workflow processes by categorizing documents accurately and promptly.

Accurately input underwriting information into the company's database with a focus on precision.

Validate and verify the completeness of underwriting documents and applications.

Maintain meticulous electronic and physical underwriting files, ensuring they are organized and up-to-date.

Collaborate effectively with underwriters and team members to collect necessary information.

Communicate professionally with agents, brokers, and clients to obtain missing or additional documentation.

Respond promptly and courteously to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding underwriting processes.

Assist in a comprehensive review of policies for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to underwriting guidelines.

Identify and flag any discrepancies or issues that may impact the underwriting decision-making process.

Conduct thorough quality control checks to ensure the integrity of underwriting data.

Work closely with underwriters to promptly address and resolve discrepancies and inaccuracies in underwriting information.

Generate detailed reports on underwriting activities, offering insights and recommendations for continuous process improvement.

Analyze trends in document types and workflow efficiency to enhance overall departmental performance.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; additional education or certification in insurance or a related field is a plus.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 1 year experience in an office setting, within the insurance industry preferred.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Familiarity with property and casualty insurance policies and underwriting processes is desirable.

Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications is a must.

BENEFITS:

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.

Comprehensive Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Leave programs.

Flexible spending accounts

Basic Life Insurance and Voluntary Life/ADD

Voluntary Short Term and Long-Term Disability

UAIC participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information about E-Verify, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.

UAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees. All employment decisions at UAIC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

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