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About this Junior Underwriter (Commercial Insurance) role at Brown & Brown

Brown & Brown · Onsite · New York, NY, USA

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Underwriters play a crucial role in evaluating risks and determining the appropriate insurance coverage for individuals or businesses. As a Junior Underwriter, you'll be learning the ins and outs of the underwriting process and gaining practical experience under the guidance of experienced professionals.


Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Learning underwriting guidelines and policies: You'll familiarize yourself with the company's underwriting guidelines and the criteria used to assess risk.
  • Analyzing insurance applications: You'll review insurance applications submitted by clients, verifying information, and evaluating potential risks.
  • Gathering and evaluating data: You'll collect and analyze data on the applicant's background, risk factors, and any other relevant information to make informed decisions.
  • Assisting with risk assessment: You'll work alongside experienced underwriters to evaluate the level of risk associated with insuring a particular client or business.
  • Policy development: You may assist in developing new insurance policies and products tailored to specific markets or industries.
  • Communication: You'll interact with insurance agents, brokers, and clients to obtain additional information and clarify any questions related to the underwriting process.
  • Continuous learning: As a trainee, you'll be expected to stay updated on industry trends, changes in regulations, and advancements in underwriting techniques.

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field.
  • Basic knowledge of insurance principles and practices preferred (previous experience or coursework is a plus but not required).
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in assessing risk.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
  • Bilingual (English/Mandarin) preferred.

Pay Range

$21.35 - $31.25 Hourly

The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

  • Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance  
  • Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
  • Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. 

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. 


Recruiting Vendor Disclosure Statement

Brown & Brown does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters, recruitment vendors or employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). Recruiting Vendors must have a valid written agreement and received prior written authorization from an authorized Brown & Brown representative before submitting candidates for any publicly posted role. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Brown & Brown or its employees become the property of Brown & Brown, and no fees will be paid for such submissions. Additional information regarding this policy can be found on our careers page.

The Power To Be Yourself  

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”. 

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How this Underwriter salary compares

This role pays $54,704/yr — below the typical range for Underwriter roles.

$70,500 median $114,500 $159,550

Typical range $89,719–$144,559/yr, from 394 comparable Underwriter listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Underwriter salary insights →

About Brown & Brown

Brown & Brown and its affiliates maintain an internal recruiting team responsible for filling open roles posted to the public. In certain situations, Brown & Brown may supplement its internal capabilities by engaging external recruiting vendors and employment agencies (“Recruiting Vendors”). Recruiting Vendors are not authorized to submit resumes, share candidate data, or directly or indirectly contact Brown & Brown employees to present candidates for employment opportunities. The only exception applies to Recruiting Vendors with an active Valid Agreement (as defined below) that has been approved by Brown & Brown. In accordance with this policy, and to ensure appropriate authorization for sh

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