Underwriter Associate – Direct & Partnerships Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Underwriter Associate•Direct & Partnerships
Underwriter Associate•Direct & Partnerships
locations
USA, Atlanta
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 4 Days Ago
job requisition id

R0017426

Job Type:

Permanent
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Position:

Underwriter Associate•Digital Partnerships & Direct
Reporting to: AVP, Underwriting DPD

Location:

Atlanta

The Role:

The Underwriter role is a key position within Digital Partnerships and Direct (DPD) at Hiscox USA. This person will work closely with the UW team and other key stakeholders, including the Head of Casualty, Head of Professional Risks, Underwriting Excellence, and Partner Operations teams to support sound management of the DPD portfolio and establish themselves as an UW resource for internal customers and external partners. The Underwriter will also play an essential role in the Mustang migration process, ensuring the continued successful conversion of our renewal book and the ongoing migration of our valued Partners.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Work with DPD Underwriting team and other key stakeholders to consistently deliver a profitable book of business across all products and industry segments through sound underwriting practices and adherence to guidelines and appetite. Support system migration efforts by conducting manual policy reviews to ensure successful renewal conversion and participating in ongoing UAT efforts for the migration of our extensive Partner base.
Collaborate with Filings, Pricing, Marketing, Partnerships and others to support BAU change involving product/class expansions and course corrections. Support to include areas such as development and delivery of system requirements, call center training materials, and participation in UAT. Assist with reviewing and maintaining underwriting documentation, manuals, and guidelines for internal customers, third-party call center, and DPD partners.
Assist with managing UW email inbox for partners, including account reviews, answering referrals and other general questions. Develop and deliver UW training materials for the Partnerships team, Marketing team, and third-party call center.
Work with Partnerships, Marketing and others to continually seek out opportunities for product/class expansions and process improvements to help deliver top line growth against GWP targets. Here Are Some of the Requirements for

This Position:

At least one year of commercial underwriting experience
Knowledge of professional liability, general liability, or business owner’s insurance products
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently in a collaborative environment
Outgoing, driven, high attention to detail and results-focused mentality
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of MS Office applications; specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Innate service focus which enables one to effectively interact with all levels of internal and external customers
Any Of These Skills Would Be Great to

See:

Proficient in MS Office applications; specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Portfolio underwriting experience
Ability to manage a product and underwrite within an admitted, high volume, low premium, low touch environment
Knowledge of underwriting or agency systems
Knowledge of ISO insurance products and software (ISOnet)
Experience with business intelligence/data analytics software (Nexus, Tableau, etc.)

What We Offer:

401(k) with competitive company matching Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care) Company paid group term life, short•term disability and long-term disability coverage 24 Paid time off days plus 2 Hiscox days,10 paid holidays plus 1 paid floating holiday, and ability to purchase up to 5 PTO days Paid parental leave 4-week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service Financial Adoption Assistance and Medical Travel Reimbursement Programs Annual reimbursement up to $600 for health club membership or fees associated with any fitness program Company paid subscription to Headspace to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing 2023 Gold level recipient of Cigna’s Healthy Workforce Designation for having a best-in-class health and wellness program Dynamic, creative, and values-driven culture Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks Spirit of volunteerism, social responsibility, and community involvement, including matching charitable donations for qualifying non-profits via our sister non-profit company, the

Hiscox USA Foundation Salary Range:

$60-65k
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
•Please note that this position is hybrid and requires two (2) days in our Atlanta (Sandy Springs/Dunwoody area) office weekly•#LI-RM1