Full-Time

Underwriting Assistant

Posted on 4/2/2025

Howden

Howden

1,001-5,000 employees

Insurance broking and risk consulting services

Compensation Overview

$24 - $27/hr

Junior, Mid

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

San Diego, CA, USA

Hybrid work environment; 0-10% travel required.

Category
Insurance
Finance & Banking
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field (i.e., Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, etc.) or Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school with 1 to 3 years preferred.
  • Proficiency in agency management system(s).
  • Experience working in a 'paperless' environment.
  • Working knowledge of Insurance terminology.
  • Typing proficiency (35 wpm minimum).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to follow policies and procedures.
  • Complete assigned tasks correctly and on time.
  • Must be able to learn quickly, know when to ask questions, be self-motivated and demonstrate an attention to detail.
  • Be able to work independently for extended periods.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as a general understanding of business writing.
  • Basic math skills needed for determining premium amounts, commissions, etc.
  • Organizational/Time Management skills – The candidate must be able to handle multiple and varying assignments daily and be able to properly evaluate their importance.
  • Must be able to work well in a small office environment and show a willingness to support the team including general clerical and administrative tasks as needed.
Responsibilities
  • First point of contact for customer inquiries during the account life cycle.
  • Rush Clearance and set up of electronic files, including filing. Prequalify risks per underwriting guidelines.
  • Generate, edit, and send out a variety of correspondence on behalf of the Underwriters. Ex: Declination letters, quote follow ups, subjectivity reminders.
  • Respond to client phone calls and emails, which requires the ability to 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 (as required by line).
  • Follow up for carrier subjectivities.
  • Issue Notices and handle in-house mailings as needed.
  • Issue endorsements and cancellations/reinstatements according to established underwriting guidelines within required timeframes.
  • Issue binders and invoices within authority level.
  • Research issues escalated by Underwriting team including review of BPO transactions as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • If you do not meet all the qualifications for this role, we still encourage you to apply, as we are always looking for diverse talent to join our growing team.

Howden Insurance Brokers Ltd provides insurance broking, risk consulting, and employee benefits advice to a diverse range of clients, including small and medium-sized enterprises, trade associations, and large corporations. Their services are tailored to meet the specific needs of different sectors, leveraging the expertise of specialized teams who understand the unique challenges faced by their clients. Howden's employee ownership model fosters a collaborative environment, allowing them to work effectively across borders and disciplines to serve their clients better. With a workforce of 15,000 and managing $30 billion in premiums, Howden aims to deliver exceptional service and solutions in the insurance industry.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

1882

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of Chartered Financial Solutions expands Howden's market presence and service offerings.
  • Focus on digital transformation aligns with industry trends towards data-driven decision-making.
  • Howden's support for ESG factors enhances its reputation in the insurance industry.

What critics are saying

  • Broadway Insurance's expansion into group risk benefits increases competition for Howden.
  • Regulatory approval for CFS acquisition poses potential delays and integration challenges.
  • Departure of Stuart Lowe may impact Howden's expertise in protection arm initiatives.

What makes Howden unique

  • Howden's Auto Tracker offers a unique automated follow-form facility for brokers.
  • Sponsorship of WSA Sports Industry Awards highlights Howden's commitment to equality and representation.
  • Strategic appointments like Mandira Gupta strengthen Howden's leadership in key regions.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Company News

WSA
May 12th, 2025
Howden is proud headline sponsor of the celebrated WSA Sports Industry Awards for 2025

Howden has a rich history of actively supporting equality and representation across all groups, as well as celebrating sporting endeavours, and is delighted to bring those two worlds together through their headline sponsorship of the 2025 Welsh Sports Association (WSA) Sports Industry Awards on Thursday 12 June.

Online Media Cafe
Apr 30th, 2025
Howden India Appoints Mandira Gupta as Managing Director and Head of M&A, IMEA

Mumbai, 30th April 2025: Howden is pleased to announce the appointment of Mandira Gupta as the Managing Director & Head of M&A, IMEA.

Benefits Expert
Apr 9th, 2025
Broadway Insurance moves into group risk employee benefits

The firm's expansion into this area of business will be led by director Stuart Lowe, who joined the insurer from Howden this month.

Life Insurance International
Apr 9th, 2025
Howden wraps up Barnett Waddingham purchase

Recently, Howden launched the Howden Auto Tracker, a new automated follow-form facility that aligns tracker capacity with algorithmic capacity, providing brokers with streamlined access to both from a unified data source.

Howden Group
Apr 9th, 2025
Howden is laser-focused on growth with the acquisition of its third Advisory business this year, Chartered Financial Solutions Limited (CFS)

Today, Howden announces it has agreed terms to acquire Chartered Financial Solutions Limited (CFS), a large financial advisory firm established in 2005 and based in Ranelagh, Dublin. This acquisition is subject to CBI approval.

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