Sobre esta vaga de Underwriting Assistant na Ryan Specialty
Position Summary
We are seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join our growing Middle Market Property team. This role supports the underwriting process for both new business and renewal accounts by coordinating submissions, maintaining underwriting documentation, assisting with account analysis, and providing exceptional service to brokers and internal stakeholders.This is an excellent opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented insurance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is interested in building a long-term career in commercial property underwriting. The role offers exposure to Middle Market Property business, broker interactions, and underwriting decision-making processes while working alongside an experienced team.
Location: Hybrid out of either the Melville, NY or New York City office.
What will your job entail?
Job Responsibilities
Support the underwriting team in managing Middle Market Property new business and renewal accounts.
Coordinate underwriting activities including submissions, quotes, binds, policy issuance, endorsements, and renewals.
Review submissions and gather necessary underwriting information to ensure complete and accurate account documentation.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date underwriting records, policy files, and account information within company systems.
Assist with renewal preparation, including gathering information, preparing documentation, and communicating with brokers.
Communicate with brokers, agents, clients, and internal stakeholders to obtain additional information, answer inquiries, and assist with account servicing needs.
Review account documentation for completeness and assist underwriters with risk analysis and account evaluation.
Monitor underwriting workflows and follow up on outstanding items to support timely service and file completion.
Ensure underwriting activities comply with company guidelines, regulatory requirements, and documentation standards.
Assist with audits, reporting activities, and other administrative underwriting functions.
Deliver responsive customer service and help maintain strong broker relationships that contribute to team success.
Stay informed on underwriting procedures, property insurance products, and market trends to support continued professional development.
Required Qualifications
1+ years of experience in insurance, underwriting support, account management, policy administration, customer service, or a related role.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to build productive relationships with brokers, clients, and internal business partners.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn insurance systems and underwriting platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting commercial Property insurance business.
Exposure to underwriting, renewals, policy issuance, endorsements, or insurance operations.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, or a related field.
Active Property & Casualty license or ability to obtain as required.
Interest in pursuing a long-term career within commercial underwriting.
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to join a growing Middle Market Property team.
Exposure to both new business and renewal underwriting activities.
Collaborative team environment with dedicated training and mentorship.
Meaningful interaction with brokers and underwriting professionals.
Clear opportunity for career development and advancement within underwriting.
Gain experience in a high-volume, transactional environment that builds strong technical underwriting foundations.
Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.
How We Support Our Teammates
Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.
The target hourly rate range for this position is $26.00 - $32.50 per hour.The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.
We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected]
The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.