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Junior Underwriter

Personal Lines

Temp to Hire (TTH)
Temp to Hire (TTH)
Work Location: Fully Remote
Job ID: 8070

Job Description

Junior Underwriter opening with San Diego based Insurance agency, offering Remote/Hybrid status.

Established Insurance agency with national recognition has new opening with Residential Earthquake E&S team as a Junior Underwriter, requiring 1-2 years Insurance experience (ideally Personal lines), along with active Property & Casualty license. 

STATUS:  Temp-to-Hire (goal of Full-time hire after 4 month temporary/training period)
WORKPLACE:  Remote, with possible Hybrid requirement in future. Office located in downtown SD, with parking provided nearby.
HOURS:  Full-time, Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
PAY:  $25.00-$28.00 per hour, DOE
BENEFITS:  PPO medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, ESPP, EAP, FSA, PTO, PST, paid holidays, parking (paid for by company)

HIGHLIGHT OF JOB DUTIES: 
 
  • Provide operational support to Director of E&S Operations, Underwriting team, and partner departments.
  • Serve as the first line of contact in addressing questions and concerns from customers through phone calls and correspondence, resolve complaints in a professional manner.
  • Process new business underwriting, endorsements, inspections, and/or renewals as assigned.
  • Interpret individual program guidelines regarding acceptability, rating and procedures.
  • Request and obtain renewal information as needed, analyze, underwrite, & endorse renewals.
  • Send Non-Renewal Notification when applicable.
  • Complete cancel/rewrite/effective date changes in accordance with carrier guidelines and company procedures. 
  • Review and process Broker of Record Letters in a timely manner. 
  • Successfully pass internal and carrier file audit reviews
REQUIREMENTS include, but not limited to: 
  • Minimum 1-2 years Insurance experience (preferably Personal lines Homeowner). including customer service support
  • California P&C license in good standing
  • Previous Surplus lines experience highly preferred
  • INS classes are a plus, but not required
  • Strong technical proficiencies with MSOffice, including advanced functions in Excel, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat
  • Strong data entry/typing skills, including 40wpm and ability to handle high volume with accuracy
  • Possess Carrier knowledge – understand and adhere to carrier guidelines including systems and related processes.
  • Professional communication skills, both verbal & written, with ability to compose professional correspondence (high volume email)
  • Must be detail-oriented, able to meet accuracy and task standards, manage deadlines, and take direction
  • High School diploma (or equivalency) required.
  • Must be able to pass Background Check & Drug screen requirements
  • Verifiable references from recent work history required
  • Ability to sit in stationary position for extended periods of time, as well as proficiency with office equipment and phone systems
  • Legal residents of California only. Visa sponsorship not available. W2 only.

Meet Your Recruiter

Amanda Andrade
Amanda Andrade
Amanda Andrade

Senior Account Manager

Having been with A-Star Staffing since its start in 1999, Amanda has enjoyed servicing both small, family-owned businesses as well as large, corporate entities.  She believes in building strong relationships with both clients and candidates alike, striving to ensure each placement is a success for all parties involved.  Matching talent with opportunity, as well as knowing her clients are happy, has been a fulfilling and rewarding career.  Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and in her volunteer work.

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