Underwriting Assistant

Are you looking to get your foot in the door into Insurance? The Insurance industry is booming, and Kinsale Insurance is a leader in the Excess and Surplus space.  We are based in Richmond, VA and our growth is amazing.  We promote from within and help you establish a career with advancement and financial success.  Our Underwriting Assistant can be a career path into operations or underwriting.   It involves research, accuracy, high attention to detail and proactive communication.  We are extremely collaborative and give you the processes and tools to be successful at Kinsale.  You do not need to have any Insurance experience to begin this career path as an Underwriting Assistant.  You need a strong work ethic, curiosity, tenacity, and a good rapport with people. 

Summary:

Book and issue all policies and endorsements for assigned underwriting divisions. Process all finance company cancellations and reinstatement's according to corporate guidelines. Assist with submission clearance and other responsibilities on an ongoing and/or ad-hoc basis as requested by manager. 

Day to Day Responsibilities:  

• Complete policy booking and issuance within five business days of transaction’s referral.
• Process finance company cancellations and reinstatement requests as per published guidelines.
• Electronically deliver all policies and endorsements within one business day of QA approval.
• Accurately enter received submissions within one hour of receipt as requested by manager.
• Other duties as assigned. 

 QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Two to five years of data entry or related experience required
• Two to five years of related insurance experience preferred
• High degree of accuracy and efficiency in data entry
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Detail-oriented with initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook. 

At Kinsale we offer the following great benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
• Single and Family Health, Dental and Vision Insurance plans with HSA funds contributed
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) which starts on your first paycheck
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Education dollars for training and certifications
• Promotion from within the company with clear goals and developed career paths