Underwriting Associate

UFG Insurance

Underwriting Associate assisting in the underwriting of insurance risks for UFG's Western Region. Ensuring compliance and providing technical support to the underwriting team.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeRemote • California, Nevada, Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $78,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Guidewire

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with underwriting insurance risks in accordance with the business plan and delegated authority to meet business objectives
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and guidelines
Provide technical underwriting and administrative support to the underwriting staff
Gather information, prepare file documentation, and collaborate with internal partners
Assist underwriters with agent interactions
Analyze underwriting information to triage, prepare and respond to quotes, renewals and policy endorsements or inquiries
Apply underwriting guidelines and ensure compliance with all company filings, rules, and regulations
Underwrite and process all endorsement requests
Independently execute pricing strategy and document pricing decisions
Identify and execute opportunities to upsell and cross sell UFG coverages and products
Screen new business submissions for assigned underwriter(s)
Provide clear direction to Support Staff for policy changes, renewals and quote entry
Work as a liaison between partner departments to resolve issues at a policy level
Seek agency engagement to obtain missing information or clarify policy needs
Foster a collaborative working relationship with assigned underwriters to achieve KPI metrics
Identify risks that require reinsurance and risk control services
Actively assist with the review and analysis of the portfolio.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred but not required
Completion of or working towards CIC or AU
3 years of commercial property and casualty insurance experience preferred
Knowledge of coverage forms & endorsement used in policy construction
Efficiently utilize internal tools, resources, and administrative systems (Risk Selection & Line of Business Manual, Reference Connect, Guidewire, LC360, etc.) for effective decision making.
Stay current on underwriting strategy, regulations & trends for assigned territory to make effective underwriting decisions.
Be solution oriented.
Strong commitment to quality.
Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and effective dates.
Display adaptability & flexibility to meet customer needs.
Ability to establish a high degree of trust for internal and external customers.
Demonstrate ability to apply knowledge to solve issues proactively and think analytically.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive compensation
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
Accident, critical illness & short-term disability insurance
Retirement plans with employer contributions
Generous time-off program
Programs designed to support the employee well-being and financial security.

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Hard Skills & Tools

underwritingpricing strategypolicy constructionrisk analysiscommercial property insurancecasualty insuranceendorsement processingquote preparationregulatory compliancerisk control

Soft Skills

solution orientedtime managementadaptabilityflexibilityanalytical thinkingcollaborationcommunicationtrust buildingquality commitmentcustomer service

Certifications

CICAU