Underwriting Assistant

Howden, A Chart Industries Company

Underwriting Assistant supporting DUAL North America's insurance underwriting operations. Managing policy processing, client correspondence, risk documentation, and workflow administration.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeSan Diego • California, Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in Insurance Terminology and Microsoft Office Suite, with strong written and verbal communication skills essential for client interactions and administrative tasks. Attention to detail and adherence to underwriting guidelines are critical for effective policy management and correspondence.

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Insurance TerminologyMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyWritten and Verbal Communication SkillsAttention to DetailBachelor's Degree in Business-Related Field

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Hard Skills

Typing ProficiencyPolicy Review and IssuanceRisk PrequalificationCorrespondence GenerationTask ApprovalEndorsement IssuanceCancellations/ReinstatementsClerical DutiesAdministrative SupportInspection Follow-Up

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedClient-Facing CommunicationAbility to Follow Policies and Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the first point of contact for customer inquiries during the account life cycle
Clear and set up electronic files, including filing, and prequalify risks per underwriting guidelines
Generate, edit, and send correspondence on behalf of underwriters, including declination letters, quote follow-ups, and subjectivity reminders
Respond to client phone calls and emails and understand the products offered
Review and issue policies within authority level
Review and approve tasks within authority level
Order, review, and follow up on inspections as needed
Follow up for carrier subjectivities
Issue notices and handle mailings as needed
Issue endorsements and cancellations/reinstatements according to established underwriting guidelines and required timeframes
Perform other related clerical and administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field preferred (i.e., Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, etc.)
Working knowledge of Insurance terminology
Typing proficiency (35 wpm minimum)
Excellent written, verbal and client-facing communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Ability to follow policies and procedures
Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
Travel may be required up to 10% of the time
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time, with occasional movement in the office to access cabinets and equipment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
A wide variety of wellbeing offers
Competitive salary
Unlimited PTO
401k with company match
Paid volunteer days