Associate Underwriter

GBLI | Global Indemnity provides specialty property and casualty insurance for small to middle-market businesses - and we're on a mission to be the best-in-class while achieving steady, profitable growth. Our guiding principles include the core belief that our people are number one. We also strongly emphasize a customer-centric mentality and disciplined underwriting practices. Our work environment is flexible, friendly, and collaborative, with plenty of opportunities to take charge of your career.

What GBLI offers you:

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• Professional development opportunities (including a mentorship program)

• Educational assistance program, which covers up to $5,250 in educational costs per year

• Comprehensive health insurance plan (with vision and dental)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Life insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% company match and immediate vesting

• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Company-sponsored social events

• Various committees to get involved in, which include our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, and Charitable Giving Committee

Essential Duties & Functions

• Serve as the primary point of contact for agent inquiries following account binding.

• Manage inspection processes:

• Review inspection reports for any inconsistencies or material changes from the application and policy.

• Ensure compliance with recommendations and monitor policy adherence.

• Follow up on actions resulting from discrepancies, as necessary.

• Handle endorsements:

• Assess monetary and non-monetary endorsements and cancellations according to policy conditions.

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of cancellations in compliance with state regulations and policy terms.

• Coordinate and oversee all Broker of Record (BOR) changes with agency partners.

• Conduct timely follow-ups on the review and maintenance of loss runs for renewal processes.

• Provide support in the current term exposure endorsement process resulting from prior term premium audits.

• Proactively follow up on unproductive premium audits to ensure timely resolution and appropriate action.

• Communicate with agents, brokers, and clients to request additional information or clarification as needed.

• Manage ImageRight system, including file labeling, organization, and task execution within established timelines.

• Provide support to the Post Issuance Team, as required.

• Participate in company projects as needed.

• Attend industry-specific or company-sponsored seminars and courses, and engage in continuing education as required.

• Participate in underwriting meetings and events.

• Build and foster relationships with agent partners, underwriters, and stakeholders.

• Proactively communicate findings and collaborate closely with the underwriting team, fostering a partnership-oriented approach to achieve common goals.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in an underwriting department of an insurance company; college degree preferred.

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in working in a Windows-based environment with a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and internet applications.

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work accurately with detailed information.

• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with producers through telephone conversations and electronic correspondence.

• Completion of insurance-related coursework is beneficial.