Assistant Underwriter - Commercial P&C

Alliant Insurance Services is one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. Alliant is changing the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, so they can capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations. More information is available on the company's website at: www.alliant.com. SUMMARY Responsible for assisting Underwriters in reviewing, underwriting and rating broker submissions for new and renewal business. Ensures content of submissions is complete; obtains additional information from Brokers and Account Managers as needed. Works with Underwriters and markets to obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, define coverages, and determine taxes, fees & commissions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reviews policies, contracts and/or programs to identify errors and omissions and discrepancies to insure agreement with application, quote, proposal, and/or binder; Assists in Underwriting risks, suggesting rates and premiums based on coverage and performs demographic analysis for new and/or renewal business; Coordinates the preparation of policy delivery with all related documents; Assists in Underwriting a book of new and renewal business; Communicates with markets to ascertain all necessary documentation for new and renewal business; Participates in Meetings with brokers, underwriters, account executives and carrier representatives; Assists in preparing Renewal Specifications as required by Management; Services Account Manager calls, researches & collaborates with underwriters to answer questions; regarding client coverage, limits and deductibles; Maintains files for submissions, and written/lost business; Maintains client suspense; conducts follow-ups as appropriate; Assists Account Managers to resolve complex issues; Computes rates and premiums for policies, compiles appropriate declarations, coverage forms, national/local forms, and optional endorsements to complete a policy in accordance with underwriting guidelines; Assists in the issuance of appropriate documents and assembling of policies; Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information); Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Three (3) or more years related work experience; experience in insurance industry preferred Requires a valid insurance license; must continue to meet requirements for license renewal Requires a valid driver's license SKILLS Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good customer service skills, including telephone and listening skills Ability to perform complex mathematical functions Good problem solving and time management skills Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork Good planning, organizational and prioritization skills Proficient in Microsoft Office products LI-DR1 We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer. For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. If you are applying for a job and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call our Career Center at 1-877-901-9473 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. For more information on Alliant Insurance Service's benefits, click here. Other details Pay Type Salary Apply Now Yardley, PA 19067, USA