Full-Time

Underwriting Support Assistant

Updated on 5/13/2026

Markel

Markel

1,001-5,000 employees

Diversified specialty insurer with tailored solutions

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Omaha, NE, USA

Hybrid

Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • High School Diploma Required
  • 1–3 years of experience in underwriting, insurance operations, or support roles
  • Strong written and typing skills
  • Strong oral communication skills
  • Adequate in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Strong Team Player
  • US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
Responsibilities
  • Entering of new submissions coming into organization via email
  • Send market block notifications to producers following outlined protocols
  • Understanding and expertise to execute on assigned Performance Goals via following prescribed training guidelines
  • Adhere to prescribed productivity standards
  • Adhere to prescribed accuracy standards
  • Contribute to team meeting service level standards set forth by department leadership
  • Maintain a professional working relationship with colleagues at Markel

Markel provides insurance, reinsurance, and investment solutions for complex risks through its global network of specialty divisions. The company works by underwriting tailored coverage plans and using insurance-linked securities to transfer risk to capital markets for its clients. Markel distinguishes itself by operating under a specific set of values called the "Markel Style," which emphasizes long-term partnerships and a people-first approach over short-term gains. Its goal is to provide creative, reliable solutions for difficult risks while serving as a consistent partner for brokers and policyholders worldwide.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Glen Allen, Virginia

Founded

1930

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Stable outlook from S&P, A.M. Best, Moody's affirmed through November 2025.
  • Diversified non-insurance operations reduce dependence on underwriting cycles.
  • Strong competitive position supported by multiple A-rated insurance operating subsidiaries.

What critics are saying

  • Essentia Insurance faces Missouri regulatory scrutiny triggering potential multi-state license restrictions.
  • Lloyd's Syndicate 3000 exposure to equine and fine art risks drives premium leakage.
  • Evanston Insurance cyber claims litigation risks $500M+ reserves, straining capital adequacy.

What makes Markel unique

  • Diversified holding company spanning insurance, industrial equipment, plants, concrete.
  • A-rated financial strength across multiple insurance subsidiaries as of November 2025.
  • Internal asset management via Markel-Gayner supports group-wide investment strategy.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Hybrid Work Options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company News

Insurance Asia News
Feb 12th, 2026
Markel names John Bang as head of South Korea and Japan

Markel names John Bang as head of South Korea and Japan. Markel International has hired John Bang as its first ever head of South Korea and Japan. Bang (pictured) has been appointed to lead Markel's expansion into Japan and South Korea with immediate effect... To continue reading the full article and get full access to the InsuranceAsia News platform, please enquire about a subscription. Your company may already have a corporate license in place.

TXF News
Feb 10th, 2026
Markel promotes Phil Amlot to head of trade credit, international

Markel promotes Phil Amlot to head of trade credit, international. Middle East & Africa, Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe Markel Insurance has appointed Phil Amlot as head of trade credit for Markel International, effective immediately.He reports to Carl Titterton, divisional MD - trade credit, political risk and surety. Amlot started his career at Markel as a senior underwriter in trade credit in 2010, before... Not yet a subscriber? Join us today to continue accessing content without any restrictions Or to request access to TXF Intelligence contact us

Healthcare and Protection
Jan 15th, 2026
BIBA unveils AI school for brokers

BIBA unveils AI school for brokers. The British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA) and Markel are working together on an artificial intelligence (AI) school for member brokers. The move follows the launch of BIBA's 2025 Guide to Artificial Intelligence (AI), developed with the support of Markel, to help insurance brokers understand how the technology could help their business. The school, an online course, will aim to take brokers' understanding of the opportunities of and risks associated with using AI in their business to the next level, with the aim of promoting innovation across the sector and enable brokers to do even more for their customers. The AI school is under development and is expected to be open to broker students early in 2026. Graeme Trudgill, CEO at BIBA, (pictured) said: "AI generally is developing at a tremendous rate, and Healthcare & Protection want its members to be able to take advantage of it, where appropriate. "It is likely that most organisations will find an AI-driven tool that has a positive impact on their business and drive efficiencies that enable a greater focus on customer service. The AI School will help them harness the various tools safely." Jo Sykes, divisional director at Markel, added: "Healthcare & Protection were delighted with the response to last year's guide. AI is definitely a discussion point among brokers. "However it is vital that firms considering its adoption can raise general understanding of the technology and its uses in their business. Our aim, alongside BIBA, is to make UK brokers AI confident."

Markel
Jan 15th, 2026
Markel promotes Ben House to Director of Energy & Power

Markel promotes Ben House to Director of Energy & Power. London, 15 January 2026 - Markel Insurance, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced the promotion of Ben House to Director - Energy & Power, effective immediately. In his newly expanded role, House will oversee Markel's Renewable Energy and Power portfolio across the organisation's International division, alongside his existing responsibilities as head of Markel's Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Energy team. This strategic move unites these areas under a single Energy & Power team, enhancing ease of trading for customers through a more holistic underwriting approach. Leading this newly unified team, House will focus on managing an integrated group of experienced underwriters, analysts and risk engineers - driving product innovation, nurturing long-term customer relationships and optimising underwriting processes. The convergence of Markel's Energy teams reflects the organisation's commitment to supporting energy clients with tailored coverage and providing more effective identification, mitigation and transfer of risks throughout the entire value chain - from production and transportation through to processing, generation and distribution. House is based in London and will report to Rohan Davies, Managing Director - London Market. Davies commented: "The global power sector is experiencing significant growth, primarily driven by renewables and the rising electricity demand, which is expected to increase by 25% by 2030. Concurrently, heightened geopolitical risks - from trade wars to advanced cyber-attacks - threaten critical infrastructure, further underscores the important role of insurance in helping these businesses transfer and mitigate the associated risks. "Our clients' risks, capital structures and technologies are increasingly converging. Combining Energy and Power will allow us to underwrite portfolios more holistically, use our specialist expertise more efficiently and provide a simpler service, more coordinated experience for brokers and clients - all while better positioning us to support the energy transition across the value chain." He continued: "Ben's experience of delivering bespoke solutions for clients across the energy sector, together with his strong track record of leading global underwriting teams, makes him ideally suited for this consolidated role. His expertise will play an important part in helping to elevate our leadership profile across the renewable, traditional energy and power generation sectors." House said: "I'm delighted to step into my new position as Director of Energy & Power at Markel International. Bringing together our Energy and Power underwriters, analysts and risk engineers will further strengthen our technical underwriting capabilities, enhance innovation and enable us to make even more effective and empowered underwriting decisions - reaffirming clarity of coverage, particularly for complex risks." House started his career at Markel as an upstream underwriter in the Marine & Energy Division, progressing into new energy markets and providing lead capabilities across the upstream and midstream market. In 2018, he was promoted to Head of Upstream - a position he held for five years - before progressing to Director of Energy in 2023. In the latter position, House has played a leading role in developing bespoke energy insurance solutions for clients and building a strong-performing global P&L across multiple international underwriting teams. International press contacts. Director of Communications [email protected]

Insurance Asia News
Jan 14th, 2026
Flora Mao joins Markel as senior casualty underwriter in Shanghai

Flora Mao joins Markel as senior casualty underwriter in shanghai. Markel has tapped Flora Mao as a senior casualty underwriter within its Lloyd's China underwriting operation. In a statement on Wednesday, Markel said that Mao has joined its greater China team as its... To continue reading the full article and get full access to the InsuranceAsia News platform, please enquire about a subscription. Your company may already have a corporate license in place.