Underwriting Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Underwriting Assistant (UA) will contribute to the achievement of the Global Serviced Branch goals as well as corporate goals relating to the growth, profit, renewal retention, service, and producer/client management.

The branch is responsible for commercial U.S.

policies which are part of an overall account managed on behalf of Chubb's international zones.

Responsibilities


* Reviews submission information with the underwriter, researches and provides analysis of account information, and ensures overall regulatory compliance.


* Compiles and documents the risk report and underwriting strategy


* Coordinates account processing and servicing


* Coordinates the quoting, booking and issuance process with the CSR and completes the risk report for referral to the Underwriter


* Reviews, verifies, and publishes all documents in the electronic customer file


* Researches and responds to Producer and Overseas Underwriter inquires


* Serves as the first point of contact for internal and external contacts on account related matters


* Ensures MAX and other tracking systems are updated timely


* Gathers and analyze account-specific information (including but not limited to loss information, exposures, financials, loss control reports) and prepares a risk report for referrals to the Underwriter


* Correspond with both local U.S.

producers and overseas underwriters to compile necessary information, develop information and recommendations based upon the account review


* Determine strategy in conjunction with the underwriter


* Handle all coordination of accounts being sent to the Processing Center and completes all rating and issuance instructions including appropriate forms, coverages and final premium


* Ensures electronic file integrity and ensures internal and external service standards are met to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction.

This position may be assigned renewal underwriting authority.

QUALIFICATIONS



* Application of technical knowledge to diverse situations and action taken as a result of judgement.


* Strong communication, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.

In addition, the individual must demonstrate:


* Ability to work both independently as well as operate and contribute positively in a team-based environment


* Strong verbal and written communication skills.


* Superior time utilization, organizational and analytical skills.


* Ability to research, think critically, analyze, prioritize, take initiative, problem solve, and work under pressure to meet critical deadlines


* Ability to respond to changing business priorities


* Ability to work autonomously and to take multiple tasks to completion


* Ability to track assignments and follow through with others as necessary


* Must be detail-oriented with the ability to compile, evaluate and interpret detailed information and data


* Organized, energetic, and ...