Primary Details
Location: USA – Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA and Houston, TX
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (local to an office)
The salary range for this role is: $64,000–120,000
The Opportunity As a Marine Underwriting Assistant, you will contribute to underwriting operations for a line of business by preparing and reviewing documentation, managing client records and files, processing submissions, renewals and endorsements and supporting the development of junior operations underwriters.
Primary Responsibilities
Facilitate the execution of timely and efficient underwriting operations by leveraging established guidelines in decision making and assessing and rating exposures
Support the development of junior level operations underwriters by offering professional guidance, facilitating partnerships with key stakeholders, delivering technical training as required, prioritizing and delegating assignments and sharing expertise
Maintain streamlined operational underwriting by processing, documenting and organizing assigned new business, renewal, endorsed and cancelled policies, preparing and maintaining legal notices and underwriting quotes to support business processes
Leverage underwriting data and accurately reflect in the pricing model
Maintain key reporting and tracking databases by following up on loss sensitive documents, tracking receipt of collateral and appropriately handling areas of concern
Manage client files by utilizing customer relationship management tools and updating records as required to reflect current state
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external customers by requesting required underwriting information and researching and analyzing inquiries
Support operational projects to review and/or design new process modules and evaluate market dynamics to ensure compliance and grow the book of business
Collaborate with key stakeholders by sharing information, recommending solutions to underwriting issues and guiding clients as necessary
Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value “can do” people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun
Required Education
Bachelor\'s Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Required Experience
4 years relevant experience
Preferred Competencies/Skills
Understand market trends and current organizational strategies
Collaborate with key stakeholders
Build and maintain professional networks
Show drive and initiative
Clearly and confidently convey information to a wide audience
Use logical approach to analyze issues
Share knowledge and educate others
Drive for stakeholder success
Build and capitalize on beneficial internal and external relationships
Effectively and efficiently present logic, reasoning, and analysis to others
Win concessions without damaging relationships
Complete tasks attentively and thoroughly
Preferred Experience
Experience in Marine underwriting operations, and/or the insurance industry
Preferred Knowledge
Working knowledge of underwriting department processes and procedures
Events affecting the industry, including understanding of competition and the marketplace
Principles and processes for providing customer service
Products and concepts relating to the insurance industry
Continuous improvement methodology and principles
Evaluating information to determine compliance with standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards
Compensation Package The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role\'s complexity, its location, and the candidate’s professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE\’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.
QBE Benefits
Hybrid Working
– a mix of working from home and in the office
22 weeks
of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis
Competitive 401(k)
program with company match up to 8%
Well-being program
including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
Tution Reimbursement
for professional certifications, and continuing education
Employee Network and Community
– QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community
To learn more, please note: Benefits information is provided for reference and may change. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious practices and observances, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Additional Information US Only - Travel Frequency: Infrequent (approximately 1-4 trips annually)
US Only - Physical Demands: General office duties with typical office environment requirements.
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Location: USA – Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA and Houston, TX
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (local to an office)
The salary range for this role is: $64,000–120,000
The Opportunity As a Marine Underwriting Assistant, you will contribute to underwriting operations for a line of business by preparing and reviewing documentation, managing client records and files, processing submissions, renewals and endorsements and supporting the development of junior operations underwriters.
Primary Responsibilities
Facilitate the execution of timely and efficient underwriting operations by leveraging established guidelines in decision making and assessing and rating exposures
Support the development of junior level operations underwriters by offering professional guidance, facilitating partnerships with key stakeholders, delivering technical training as required, prioritizing and delegating assignments and sharing expertise
Maintain streamlined operational underwriting by processing, documenting and organizing assigned new business, renewal, endorsed and cancelled policies, preparing and maintaining legal notices and underwriting quotes to support business processes
Leverage underwriting data and accurately reflect in the pricing model
Maintain key reporting and tracking databases by following up on loss sensitive documents, tracking receipt of collateral and appropriately handling areas of concern
Manage client files by utilizing customer relationship management tools and updating records as required to reflect current state
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external customers by requesting required underwriting information and researching and analyzing inquiries
Support operational projects to review and/or design new process modules and evaluate market dynamics to ensure compliance and grow the book of business
Collaborate with key stakeholders by sharing information, recommending solutions to underwriting issues and guiding clients as necessary
Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value “can do” people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun
Required Education
Bachelor\'s Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Required Experience
4 years relevant experience
Preferred Competencies/Skills
Understand market trends and current organizational strategies
Collaborate with key stakeholders
Build and maintain professional networks
Show drive and initiative
Clearly and confidently convey information to a wide audience
Use logical approach to analyze issues
Share knowledge and educate others
Drive for stakeholder success
Build and capitalize on beneficial internal and external relationships
Effectively and efficiently present logic, reasoning, and analysis to others
Win concessions without damaging relationships
Complete tasks attentively and thoroughly
Preferred Experience
Experience in Marine underwriting operations, and/or the insurance industry
Preferred Knowledge
Working knowledge of underwriting department processes and procedures
Events affecting the industry, including understanding of competition and the marketplace
Principles and processes for providing customer service
Products and concepts relating to the insurance industry
Continuous improvement methodology and principles
Evaluating information to determine compliance with standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards
Compensation Package The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role\'s complexity, its location, and the candidate’s professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE\’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.
QBE Benefits
Hybrid Working
– a mix of working from home and in the office
22 weeks
of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis
Competitive 401(k)
program with company match up to 8%
Well-being program
including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
Tution Reimbursement
for professional certifications, and continuing education
Employee Network and Community
– QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community
To learn more, please note: Benefits information is provided for reference and may change. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious practices and observances, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Additional Information US Only - Travel Frequency: Infrequent (approximately 1-4 trips annually)
US Only - Physical Demands: General office duties with typical office environment requirements.
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