UNDERWRITING ASSISTANT

NAS is currently looking to hire a dynamic Underwriting trainee to become part of our team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, analytical, marketing oriented and have excellent communication skills.  This position will be entry level and training will be accomplished by working closely with our staff of professionals.  This position will be fast paced, challenging, and diverse with hands on instruction.  The position will serve as a subject matter expert to analyze and screen new and renewal submission exposures for rating and quoting using approved guidelines. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·         Is a liaison between clients and Underwriter’s, requests or delivers correspondence, documents and information with a high level of professionalism to both. 

·         Develops and maintains a working relationship with producers, brokers, agents and customers as well as communicate effectively through broker negotiations to ensure profitable production.

·         Contacts clients and explains features and merits of policy coverage, recommends amount and type of coverage based on analysis of clients needs and suggests additions or changes.

·         Assists Company and Underwriters to meet production goals and client expectations by identifying exposures for rating and quoting, negotiating terms and conditions with producer agents, producing quotes and binding coverage within timeframes, handling and servicing an existing book of business. 

·         Prioritizes work according to client and Underwriter needs within set turnaround times; keeps Underwriter apprised of potential client issues and client aware of Underwriter’s needs. 

·         Develop critical underwriting skills by assessing risks to determine the appropriate price, coverage, terms and conditions, as well as taking the policy to completion.

·         Enters and maintains client and policy data in computer system and electronic file system and tracks and follows up on tasks forwarded to other staff or clients to ensure timely completion.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Ability to interact positively succinctly and professionally with all levels of internal and external clients and be comfortable building a rapport with differing personalities.  

·         Should be proactive, able to self manage, highly self-motivated and in search of a career.

·         Good judgment, problem-solving, independent thinking and strong analytical abilities are necessary to successfully fulfill the duties of this position.  

·         Candidate must possess ability to stay organized, have great attention to detail and excellent follow-through. 

·         Ability to handle competing demands, use time efficiently and prioritize appropriately.  

EDUCATION:

·         Bachelor's Degree required; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

NAS Insurance Services, Inc. founded in 1975, is a well-established insurance underwriting manager and Lloyd's of London correspondent. We are a recognized leader and pioneer in the Specialty Lines Insurance market. We endeavor to stay on the leading edge of innovation with a commitment to market research and product development. Our staff is dedicated to providing excellence in both our products and service.  Communication, attention to detail and follow-through … always with a sense of urgency are the building blocks of NAS.  Strong alliances with retail brokers and insurance carriers create a skilled knowledge base that develops innovative, yet practical strategies. Company management strives to provide a challenging and interesting work experience that supports our mission of profitability for all.

We want every employee to succeed in their position at NAS. We recognize that we set high expectations to ensure the company's reputation for quality products. We value our employees and offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Examples of some benefits we provide are annual bonuses; company paid health insurance; 401(k) and Profit Share Plan; and a generous amount of paid time off.

For further information on our company, please visit our website at http://www.nasinsurance.com

TO APPLY:

For consideration, please email your resume and salary requirements to:  careers@nasinsurance.com

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