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Westfield lists this Underwriting Assistant, Financial Lines opportunity in berkeley heights, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitleUnderwriting AssistantJob DescriptionWe are seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join our Financial Lines team based in either the New York, NY or Berkeley Heights, NJ offices. The Underwriting Assistants review and analyze incoming transactions and related information for completeness, accuracy and quality. They are responsible for multi-line new business submissions, renewal submissions, and endorsements processing including rating, policy construction, and assembly in a timely and accurate manner.ResponsibilitiesRegularly reviews and adheres to department processing guidelines and procedures to ensure accuracy including recommended changes/enhancementsManage underwriting relationships with timely responses relative to service inquiries.Maintain all correspondence activity with internal and external customers including daily diaries on pending transactionsEnsure compliance with state rules and regulations relative to cancellations and reinstatementsGathering and analyzing underwriting information including experience reports, final audits, loss control reports, financial reports, and loss runsAbility to manage internal report updates based on manager discretionParticipates in peer review and quality control for the team(s) as neededSpecial projects, including participation in company projects, as neededQualificationsBachelor's degree or relevant work experience required2-3 years of UA Experience, Financial Lines - specific knowledge a plusProficient knowledge of underwriting principles, product-specific coverage, policy forms, pricing tools, regulatory compliance, and insurance systemsProficient in MS Office, with exceptional skills in Microsoft ExcelStrong desk management and written and verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize competing demands and requests to complete work within required time constraints with a high volume of work.Demonstrate strong analytical skills and mathematical aptitude.The ability to work in a team environment and handle multiple deadlines with ease.Self-starter that is energized by independent learning and researchThis job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.
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berkeley heights, NJ, 07922, US
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