The Hartford is an insurance company dedicated to making a difference and helping others achieve their goals. The Underwriting Assistant provides essential administrative support to the underwriting team, ensuring timely processing of applications and maintaining compliance within the underwriting process.
Responsibilities
- Review insurance applications for completeness and accuracy
- Gather and verify supporting documentation (MVR’s, loss runs, supplemental information needed by underwriting.)
- Prepare underwriting files and maintain accurate records in internal systems
- Assist underwriters with preliminary risk assessments and data entry
- Generate quotes, binders and email correspondence after approval
- Review policy file for endorsement requests and provide the information needed to the processing team
- Review policy files ahead of the renewal date and forward policies that qualify for referral to Underwriter for determination next steps
- Complete Anniversary Reviews on files that do not need Underwriter referral
- Communicate with brokers, agents, and clients to obtain missing information and provide status updates
- Support process improvements and system updates as needed
- Eventually Quote Livestock Policies within designated authority levels
Skills
- Commercial Livestock/Agriculture experience
- 1+ years of experience in commercial insurance or underwriting support
- P&C Insurance license is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and underwriting systems
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Short-term or annual bonuses
- Long-term incentives
- On-the-spot recognition
Company Overview
- The Hartford is an industry leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds. It was founded in 1810, and is headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.thehartford.com.