Underwriting Assistant II - Accident & Health (A&H) at Everestre

Title:

Underwriting Assistant II - Accident & Health (A&H)

Company:

Everest Global Services, Inc.

Job Category:

Underwriting Operations

Job Description:

About Everest:

Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Underwriting Assistant II - A&H to join our team. This position will play a critical role in supporting the underwriting team in managing new and existing business across the North America Accident & Health portfolio.  This critical role within Everest’s Global Operations department will be instrumental in helping us profitably and efficiently grow our business. This role is based in Warren, NJ working a hybrid schedule of 3 days a week in the office, 2 days remote.

Responsibilities can include, but not limited to:

• Review and analyze incoming transactions and related information for completeness, accuracy and quality. 

• Understanding of policy lifecycle, rating, new business submissions and mid-term endorsement processing including policy construction and assembly in a timely and accurate manner.

• Maintain all correspondence & processing activity in alignment with defined folder structures and naming conventions.

• Regularly reviews and adheres to department processing guidelines and procedures to ensure accuracy including recommended changes/enhancements. 

• Manage underwriting relationships with timely responses relative to service inquiries. 

• Participate in peer review and quality control for team(s) as needed. 

• Participate in projects across the organization as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Very strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to prioritize competing demands and requests to complete work within required time constraints with a high volume of work.   

• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and mathematical aptitude. 

• Proficient knowledge of underwriting principles, product specific coverage, policy forms, pricing tools, regulatory compliance, and insurance systems.

• Proficiency in using online reference manuals and multiple systems.

• The ability to work in a team environment and handle multiple deadlines with ease.

• Self-starter that is energized by independent learning and research.

• Strong comfort level with developing rapport with business partners, underwriters, agents and co-workers by phone, email or in person. 

• Demonstrate continuous improvement mindset, ability to independently solution.

Qualifications, Education & Experience:

• Proficient in MS Office, with exceptional skills in Microsoft Excel.

• 3+ years in insurance, preferably in an Underwriting Assistant role and/or in the Accident & Health business.

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or relevant work experience.

• Experience in insurance operations or related fields preferred.

The base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

 

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. 

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.  

 

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. 

Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Warren, NJ

Additional Locations:

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at [email protected].

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