Underwriting Assistant
We’re united by a mission: to make the world a safer place. Corvus Insurance uses novel data and artificial intelligence/machine learning to achieve better insights into commercial insurance risk. Our software empowers brokers and policyholders to better predict and prevent complex claims through data-driven tools and Smart Commercial Insurance® policies. This allows us to reduce or eliminate the impact of adverse events, creating a safer world for everyone. Drawing inspiration from the intelligent, tool-building corvid family of birds, we are a team of high-flying collaborative builders. We’re excited to meet you. Spread your wings, and soar with us.
Corvus is seeking an Underwriting Assistant to join its growing team reporting to its Operations and Support Manager and working alongside the underwriting team. This individual should have experience handling broker requests and a familiarity with the submissions process.
This role will allow the individual to shape their career in the industry while simultaneously shaping a growing InsurTech startup with Corvus. Prepare to collaborate with underwriters, brokers and product development team for feedback and processing of internal systems.
Responsibilities
- Processing new business ad renewal binders, policies and endorsements
- Assist underwriters with day-to-day requests from brokers
- Review submission materials and policies, ensuring that they are complete and accurate
- Frequently interact with brokers to assists with policy maintenance requests in a timely fashion
- Sign up new brokers to work with the CrowBar, the proprietary software platform of Corvus
- Maintain account files in accordance with company policy and compliance guidelines
- Assist underwriters in evaluating risks and determining if certain exposures fall within the scope of Corvus’ underwriting guidelines
Qualifications
- Underwriting assistant experience preferred
- Strong computer skills, including Google Suite and Microsoft Office
- The ability to work cooperatively in teams and multitask
- Highly organized with superb attention to detail
- Strong problem solving and decision making capabilities
- Deliver excellent customer service by responding promptly to broker queries
- Customer service-oriented with the ability to work efficiently while paying close attention to detail
- Strong communication capability with good written skills and excellent verbal skills
- Adhere to company policies and practices; if they don’t work, suggest an alternative
- Desire to learn about new technology and interest in commercial insurance
- P&C insurance underwriting and/or sales experience is a plus
Corvus provides a seriously safe nest for people who come from all paths. Our flock represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Although confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job, we believe there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. Corvus is a place where everyone can soar. So however you identify and whatever background you bring, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day. And please check out what it's like to be a Corvid and our amazing benefits: https://www.corvusinsurance.com/life-at-corvus
Covid-19 Response: We have taken safety precautions to protect our nest so that our employees can work with a reduced risk of Covid-19 transmission. For that reason, we do require all new hires to disclose their vaccination status and associated documentation to HR during onboarding as a condition of employment. This allows us to support a hybrid work environment that empowers our employees to decide what is best for their own health and wellbeing. We’re committed to continuing this environment into the future.
Corvus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation with our hiring process due to a disability, contact us at 857-259-3995 or [email protected].
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