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Underwriting Analyst (Hybrid) Hybrid role with 1 - 2 days per week in office and remaining days' work-at-home, remote setting*. Fantastic opportunity for someone looking to break into a career as an underwriting professional within the pooling market. Training provided. PRIMARY PURPOSE : To provide property, liability and/or workers' compensation underwriting and related services to clients and/or marketers within delegated authority.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Analyzes, rates and approves underwriting referrals in a timely manner according to underwriting authority.
Liases with assigned customers and is responsible for timely and professional responses to underwriting/related requests and questions.
Maintains detailed underwriting records.
Reviews submissions and referrals with supervisor or designated underwriting referral contact as needed.
Acts as a liaison with other departments and partners including customers, Sedgwick/Pools, claims, loss control, and accounting departments as well as reinsurers and marketers.
Assists in analytical and administrative projects as assigned.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned.
Travels as required.
QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university preferred. Valid driver's license required. Underwriting or other insurance training preferred. Property casualty insurance agent license preferred.
Experience Four (4) years of insurance underwriting/related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Underwriting experience with public entity pools and their respective exposures and coverages preferred.
Skills & Knowledge Solid math skills including the ability to calculate figures accurately and efficiently
Analytical and interpretive skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to reason, solve practical problems, and interpret a variety of information and instructions
Excellent oral and written communication skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office and other system products
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental : Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical : Computer keyboarding, travel as required
Auditory/Visual : Hearing, vision and talking
NOTE : Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
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Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
