64 assistant underwriter jobs found in Chicago, IL

Position Summary Are you an RMI student eager to start your career after your upcoming graduation? Are you currently working as an insurance assistant looking for a better culture and career projection? Or are you a career changer interested in exploring a move into our competitive industry? If you align, we would love to invite you to apply with us! Our Ryan Specialty Talent Acquisition is excited to talk with you about our active or upcoming openings and see which team and track would be the best fit! What will your job entail? Here is a general day-to-day for.. Broker Assistants: Assists in executing and coordinating day-to-day brokerage operations and supports the implementation and improvement of operational procedures. Coordinates with the broker to prepare documents, cover letters etc. to market renewal business and provides necessary administrative support in filing, printing, and archiving documents. Administers and updates new and current client...

As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people . At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world.  Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions. Job Description Are you looking for your next opportunity? Sompo has a unique opportunity for an...

Responsibilities Build, maintain, and grow a book of business Manage agency relationships and serve as lead client contact Create and execute marketing plan to increase new and renewal business Rate, quote and bind each risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing for large or complex renewals as well as new business Develop and submit underwriting referrals to company brokerage facilities and Burns & Wilcox management   Monitor key metrics to formulate corrective action impacting new business hit, renewal retention, premium growth, and loss ratio Lead, train, and develop Assistant and Associate Underwriters Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience   Minimum 3 years of commercial lines underwriting or brokerage experience required, excess & surplus experience preferred Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing...

Th is is an opportunity to join Ascot Group - one of the world’s preeminent specialty risk underwriting organizations.   Designed as a modern-era company operating through an ecosystem of interconnected global operating platforms, we’re bound by a common mission and purpose: One Ascot. Our greatest strength is a talented team who flourish in a collaborative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial culture, steeped in underwriting excellence, integrity, and a passion to find a better way, The Ascot Way.   The Ascot Way guides our people and our organization. Our underwriting platforms collaborate to find creative ways to deploy our capital in a true cross-product and cross-platform approach. These platforms work as one, deploying our capital creatively through our unique Fusion Model: Client Centric, Risk Centric, Technology Centric.   Built to be resilient, Ascot maximizes client financial security while delivering bespoke products and world class service — both pre- and post-claims....

  *This position is open to multiple Burns & Wilcox branch offices across the US.*   When retail agents and brokers have successful clients who require coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to the Private Client Practice at Burns & Wilcox. Our Underwriters have full underwriting authority to build and grow a profitable book of Private Client business across the US and Canada.  Burns & Wilcox offers unparalleled resources and exposure for those looking to excel in the specialty insurance career.  Interested? Join our team! Responsibilities Build a growing book of profitable Private Client business Manage agency relationships and serve as lead client contact Provide a Best in Class customer service experience for our retail partners Execute on the national marketing strategy to increase new and renewal business Work within granted authority and program guidelines to...

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee The Opportunity: The purpose of this role is to underwrite business in accordance with the business plan within set underwriting guidelines, service standards and within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority.. This role involves underwriting complex new businesses within our Life Sciences business unit. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions. •        Location: Preferably Chicago, IL but open to other locations •        Work Arrangement: hybrid working expectations •         The starting salary for this role is between $136,500.00 and $204,500.00 Your new role Contribute to the delivery of the annual business plan for the respective business unit by making appropriate decisions....

Description About the role As an Inland Marine Underwriter on the GRS Inland Marine team, you will underwrite a diversified book of inland marine with a focus on Builder’s Risk and Construction Property. You’ll partner with agents, brokers, risk engineers and claims to evaluate complex, high-value placements (e.g., contractors’ equipment, builders’ risk, and other construction property risks). Using analytics and underwriting judgment, you’ll price risk, set terms and conditions, negotiate deals, and manage account performance to maximize profitability and achieve strategic growth.   What you’ll do   Manage a portfolio of inland marine accounts, with emphasis on Builder’s Risk, including project-based policies (single project and Master Builder’s Risk programs. Analyze construction schedules, project values, contract types (GC/CM, Design-Build, EPC), contractor/subcontractor quality, site conditions, testing & commissioning exposures,...

Actuary & AVP - Retail and Canada Property Pricing At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers to manage risk. Join us as a Actuary & Assistant Vice President - Retail and Canada Property Pricing to take on key responsibilities within a world-class actuarial function. Make your mark in Actuarial Our Actuaries are on the front lines, quantifying risk, pricing insurance and reserving losses for AIG’s major insurance operating companies, globally. We collaborate with Finance, Claims, Operations, Marketing and Risk Management, among other functions. As an AIG actuary, you will be challenged and encouraged to reach your greatest potential to help improve how we predict, manage and mitigate risk. How you will create an impact We are seeking an actuarial professional with industry expertise to lead the Retail Property pricing team.  The individual will partner with the business and support teams on strategy, risk selection, pricing, and portfolio...

Responsibilities Build, maintain, and grow a book of business Manage agency relationships and serve as lead client contact Create and execute marketing plan to increase new and renewal business Rate, quote and bind each risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing for large or complex renewals as well as new business Develop and submit underwriting referrals to company brokerage facilities and Burns & Wilcox management   Monitor key metrics to formulate corrective action impacting new business hit, renewal retention, premium growth, and loss ratio Lead, train, and develop Assistant and Associate Underwriters Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience   Minimum 3 years of commercial lines underwriting or brokerage experience required, excess & surplus experience preferred Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing...

Position Summary We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Middle Market Business (MMB) to lead a high-performing property underwriting team and manage a significant book of Property Commercial Lines business. This is a dual-role opportunity where you will serve as both a top-tier Underwriter and a strategic people leader. If you want to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and leadership and to make a tangible impact on business performance, we encourage you to apply today! What will your job entail? Key Responsibilities Underwriting Leadership : Manage a $40-60M book of new and renewal business, ensuring risk acceptability, pricing accuracy, and adherence to underwriting guidelines. Agency Relationships : Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with agency partners across assigned territories. Team Development : Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Underwriters and Underwriting Assistants,...

Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox   VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader - Management Liability Reports to: SVP, Corix and Head of Strategic Integration Location: NYC, Atlanta, Chicago, Hartford, Los Angeles, Boston Band: III Travel: Up to 25%   Team: Works closely with cross-functional stakeholders including SPADE, marketing, distribution development, claims, actuarial, underwriting operations, as well as the CUO org. Role Overview: The VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader is a strategically critical leader responsible for driving profitable growth and technical excellence across our Corix business. This role combines product management and underwriting leadership, overseeing the full product lifecycle, risk selection, and innovation for both digital and intermediated channels. The successful candidate will own and deliver the P&L for their product(s) by setting vision and strategy, driving strong...

Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox   AVP/VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader-Property & Casualty Reports to: SVP, Corix and Head of Strategic Integration Location: NYC, Atlanta, Chicago, Hartford, Los Angeles, Boston Band: III Travel: Up to 25%   Team: Works closely with cross-functional stakeholders including SPADE, marketing, distribution development, claims, actuarial, underwriting operations, as well as the CUO org. Role Overview: The AVP/VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader is a strategically critical leader responsible for driving profitable growth and technical excellence across our Corix business. This role combines product management and underwriting leadership, overseeing the full product lifecycle, risk selection, and innovation for both digital and intermediated channels. The successful candidate will own and deliver the P&L for their product(s) by setting vision and strategy,...

Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox   AVP/VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader-Technology & Cyber Reports to: SVP, Corix and Head of Strategic Integration Location: NYC, Atlanta, Chicago, Hartford, Los Angeles, Boston Band: III Travel: Up to 25%   Team: Works closely with cross-functional stakeholders including SPADE, marketing, distribution development, claims, actuarial, underwriting operations, as well as the CUO org. Role Overview: The AVP/VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader is a strategically critical leader responsible for driving profitable growth and technical excellence across our Corix business. This role combines product management and underwriting leadership, overseeing the full product lifecycle, risk selection, and innovation for both digital and intermediated channels. The successful candidate will own and deliver the P&L for their product(s) by setting vision and strategy,...

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.  At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.  JOB DESCRIPTION: The Distribution Operations Analyst on the Distribution Enablement team is responsible for supporting CNA regions, business units, underwriters, and external distribution partners, including brokers, across distribution and agency operations. Collaborates with Underwriting resources to educate them on contracts, applications and processes that impact agency experience and production. Partners with Underwriting resources and Brokers to understand and analyze agency issues and develop solutions to provide high quality internal and external service and experience.   This is a hybrid position working 2-3 days per week from our Chicago office. Essential...

Who are we? Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. Role: Broker Associate, Casualty  Location: Hybrid out of Chicago, IL   Who are we?        Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a...

Company Details   Berkley Human Services, a Berkley Company, is devoted to meeting the needs of Human Services Organizations. Our insurance policies are written through our Berkley affiliates, each of which is rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company with a Financial Category of XV.   We offer property and casualty coverage designed for the unique operational aspects of social service organizations. Our Human Services Program dates back to 1989 and has continuously evolved to meet the unique needs of the market we serve. We insure both nonprofit and for-profit social service organizations, such as child daycare, sheltered workshops, group homes, senior citizen centers, senior independent living, schools, counseling services, YMCAs, YWCAs, and Boys & Girls Clubs. Responsibilities To develop, grow and maintain a profitable book of Human Services business within an assigned territory through marketing and underwriting...

Our employees are at the heart of what we do: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you are bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community. Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are. At Intact, we commit to supporting you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our promise to you.  Who we are At Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions, we are experts at what we do in protecting what makes businesses unique. Our deep understanding of the specialty insurance market is the foundation for our customized solutions, backed by targeted risk control and claims services. Our employees are passionate about providing insurance coverage that’s aligned to our targeted customer groups. Intact’s Global Specialty Lines business spans across more than 20 verticals in four distinct markets: U.S., Canada, UK and Europe. The following...

Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox   Drive growth with an ambitious team of A&E Underwriters at Hiscox Position: Underwriter Reporting to Regional Manager– A&E Location: Chicago, Los Angeles   The Role: Hiscox USA is currently searching for a dynamic, engaging and solutions-oriented Underwriter to drive new professional liability business and handle complex renewal business within the A&E sector in the Mid-West/West Coast regions. This position provides a unique opportunity for a professional liability generalist or an A&E/construction specialist to join a fast paced, dynamic team to write policies tailored to the specific requirements of the A&E sector. Lines of business include commercial general liability, professional liability (E&O) and cross-sold Cyber from time to time. In addition to insuring architects and engineers, we also specialize in contractors (interior & exterior), real estate...

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.  At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.  Under technical direction, responsible for underwriting risks in a book of business. Works within specific limits of authority on assignments requiring significant technical complexity and coordination. Utilizes underwriting policies and guidelines, rating manual rules and insurance laws and regulations. JOB DESCRIPTION: Essential Duties & Responsibilities Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines: Reviews applications and financial requirements for risks requiring complex underwriting skills. Determines acceptability of risk in accordance with company guidelines and standards. Also, determines the need for additional evidence of insurability...

Company: Marsh Description: We are seeking a talented individual to join our team at Marsh as a Placement Specialist. This is a hybrid role that requires working at least three days a week in the office. The successful candidate will lead daily operations from a support and administrative level, coordinating complex logistics and task assignments for client relationship projects while ensuring effective communication and problem resolution. We will count on you to: Develop and implement placement strategies to meet client needs and achieve growth goals, providing exceptional client service. Facilitate submission of coverage specifications, obtain quotes from carriers, and bind coverage with accuracy and compliance. Build and maintain strong relationships with practice teams, insurance markets, clients, carriers, and underwriters to deliver cohesive client service. Advise clients and internal teams on changing insurance and risk management market...