Associate Underwriter

<span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Position Summary </span></span></b></span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">The Associate Underwriter at Novatae Risk Group is a critical role within our Wholesale Insurance division, responsible for supporting the underwriting team in assessing, evaluating, and managing risks associated with insurance submissions. The Associate Underwriter will manage a substantial book of renewal business while also handling tasks associated with new and renewal accounts. </span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b>            </b></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Primary Responsibilities </span></span></b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#000000;">Risk Assessment:</span></b></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Collaborate with underwriters to assess risks associated with insurance submissions, including reviewing underwriting data, loss history, and other relevant information.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Contribute to the determination of the acceptability of risks and appropriate coverage.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#000000;">Policy Analysis:</span></b></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Analyze insurance policies to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with underwriting guidelines</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Assist in reviewing policy terms, conditions, and coverage options to support decision-making.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#000000;">Client Interaction:</span></b></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Engage with clients to gather additional information about insurance submissions, address inquiries, and provide support.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Collaborate with underwriters to assess client risks and insurance requirements.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#000000;">Documentation and Record-Keeping:</span></b></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Maintain organized and accessible records related to underwriting activities, client information, and policy documentation.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Ensure the accurate and efficient processing of underwriting files.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#000000;">Operational Support:</span></b></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Assist in coordinating operational processes related to underwriting, including policy issuance, endorsements, renewals, and reporting.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Collaborate with internal departments to ensure the efficient execution of underwriting tasks.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Position Specific Skills/Qualifications</span></span></b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#000000;">Work Experience:</span></b></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Prior experience in an assistant underwriter role or relevant experience in the insurance industry is typically preferred for Associate Underwriter positions.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="vertical-align:baseline;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Property & Casualty License required, or agreement to obtain licensure within three months of employment</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#000000;">Essential Skills/Competency:</span></b></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Possess strong administrative and computing skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point).</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Able to work independently and enjoy a high degree of interaction with team members.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="vertical-align:baseline;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">A self-starter that demonstrates a high level of initiative and can confidently manage their time and workload.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">The ability to multi-task, prioritize, and use discretion surrounding sensitive information.</span></span></span></li></ul><div style="margin-left:8px;"></div><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#000000;">Education:</span></b></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">An associate or higher level degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span style="page-break-after:avoid;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Physical Demands & Remote Work</span></span></b></span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b>Physical Demands</b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b>Office work</b>. Office work involves working at a desk most of the time, using a stand-up/sit-down adjustable desk. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Typing, grasping, and repetitive motion typically is required every day, and <span style="color:#000000;">walking and standing </span>are required occasionally.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b>Remote Work</b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">The company reserves the right to prohibit employees from working at certain remote locations other than their home. Employees must have a quiet, dedicated, and distraction-free workplace with reliable internet. The employees’ remote workspace must create an environment for them to be productive and effective. The employees’ remote workspace must also be safe, secure, and configured to protect the confidentiality of company information, client information, and other sensitive or proprietary materials. </span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Equal Employment Opportunity</span></span></b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">At Novatae, we celebrate and support our differences. We know employing a team rich in diverse thoughts, experiences, and opinions allows our employees, our products, and our community to flourish. Novatae is honored to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or Veteran status. In addition, Novatae makes reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.</span></span></span><br><br><br>#LI-MF1<br> 

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