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About CK Specialty Insurance Associates

CK Specialty Insurance Associates is a rapidly growing, independently owned wholesale insurance brokerage committed to providing innovative and customized insurance solutions to retail agents and brokers across the country. Founded with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, CK Specialty was built on the foundation of speed, service, and partnership with our retail agents. Traits that remain at the core of everything we do.

Since our inception in 1998, we have grown into a respected name in the Excess & Surplus (E&S) marketplace. We focus on a wide range of commercial and personal lines, offering access to top-rated carriers and niche products that meet the unique needs of today’s insurance buyers.

At CK Specialty, we operate with a 120% mentality; always going above and beyond in how we serve our clients, partners, and each other. We value precision, reliability, organization, and speed, which is why our team lives by the acronym PROS. We’re a company for self-starters, problem-solvers, and professionals who want to be part of something fast-moving and impactful.

Why Join CK Specialty?

• Supportive, high-energy team culture
• Room for growth and career development in a fast-scaling company
• Strong leadership that invests in training and development
• A voice at the table - your ideas matter here

Whether you’re new to the insurance industry or bringing years of experience, CK Specialty is a place where your contributions can make a real difference. We're proud of our track record, but even more excited about what's ahead.

What You'll be Doing

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Underwriting Assistant to support our underwriting team in the day-to-day management of a large book of business. This role plays a key part in maintaining excellent client service standards, ensuring company compliance, and supporting underwriters in processing and managing accounts efficiently. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong analytical and communication skills, and be eager to build a long-term career in the insurance industry.

This position offers significant career growth opportunities, including licensing, underwriting, and brokerage training. Ambitious individuals will be fast-tracked to build a book of business and a team, earning residual commission income from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwriting & Brokerage Support
• Assist with the binding of coverage and preparation of documentation.
• Manage renewal quoting processes, including gathering necessary information, preparing submissions, and ensuring timely delivery.
• Handle policy issuance, endorsements, and related documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Market & Client Interaction
• Provide service management for a large book of business, ensuring prompt and professional communication with brokers, carriers, and clients.
• Ensure adherence to company compliance standards and underwriting guidelines.
• Operational Support
• Collaborate closely with the assigned underwriter to complete tasks, manage workflow, and resolve outstanding issues.
• Maintain careful and organized file management, ensuring all documents are accurate, complete, and properly recorded.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Required Skills
• Proficient in computer applications and documentation management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and commitment to continuous growth and professional development.
• Experience & Education
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in excess and surplus insurance

Benefits

Career Growth & Advancement

This role provides a structured career path, including:

• Licensing and industry education to advance into an Underwriter or Broker position.
• The opportunity to build a book of business and develop a team with residual commission earnings.
• Exposure to a dynamic and fast-growing company, offering long-term financial independence and career flexibility.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, Vacation, and Sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Disability insurance
• Remote work flexibility