Underwriting Assistant - (Richmond, VA)

POSITION TITLE: Assistant - Underwriting POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Nonexempt REPORTS TO: Manager JOB PURPOSE: To provide support and assistance to the overall underwriting function through customer service, processing of various underwriting transactions, data research and analysis. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Analyze and negotiate complex endorsement requests and handle within established service standards. Assist with triage of submissions to determine risk selection acceptability including processing declinations or identify and/or obtain essential info required for quoting purposes. Conduct underwriting file analysis, including identifying forms and endorsements used in policy construction. Assist underwriters in carrying out their essential duties and responsibilities to enhance the overall performance of the division through utilization of systems and guidelines as provided.