Junior Underwriter, Insurance

ABOUT

As part of Specialty Program Groups' Delegated Underwriting Authority unit, Catapult Insurance Solutions offers creative program insurance solutions & wholesale brokerage for niche industries & hard-to-place risks.

SUMMARY

The ideal Junior Underwriter candidate will be responsible for supporting the underwriting team by reviewing and analyzing data to determine next steps.  They will provide an in-depth review and support on an account basis to facilitate the underwriting process.  This position will have a strong focus on the construction segment including builder’s risk, property and general liability/XS lines of business. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be required

• Support Underwriter Team:
  • collecting and verifying account information
  • analyzing risk factors and preparing necessary documentation
  • liaison between the underwriter and carrier
• Utilize level of authority to make certain underwriting decisions as needed.
• Support accounting and compliance SPG divisions.
• Establish and foster client relationships and anticipate and resolve any problems that may arise.
• Respond expeditiously to customer needs and follow through on all aspects of requests, both written and verbal.
• Embrace change and participate in activities needed to support the growth of the company.

GENERAL

• This job description is intended to describe the level of work required of the person performing the job.
• Essential functions are outlined; other duties may be assigned as needs arise or as required to support essential functions.
• This description is not intended as a contract and is subject to unilateral change and revision by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES  This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS  This position does not require travel.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION/BACKGROUND  Minimum 5 years commercial underwriting experience, with a focus on the construction segment a plus. Must be able to work independently and build strong client and company relationships. Bachelor’s degree is desired but not required.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS  Must be deemed to effectively speak, read, write, and effectively comprehend English. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS  Must possess basic math skills. Ability to perform these basic operations using units of American money and weight measurement, and volume.

Ability to calculate premiums based on exposures and rates. Ability to apply payments and/or refunds to specific invoices and item numbers.

INDUSTRY REQUIREMENTS  Licensing and designations preferred but not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK LOCATION: This position requires eligible candidates to reside in either Ohio or Texas.

Disclosure required under applicable state or municipality regulations: The expected salary range for this position is $50,000 to $70,000 and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.

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