Underwriting Associate

Position Summary

RSUM, a division of Ryan Specialty is looking for a Risk Analyst/Underwriting Associate to join our Underwriting team on-site in either Atlanta or Austin.
We are a fast paced, energetic and rapidly growing organization on that offers a great opportunity for someone interested in further developing their career. Ryan Specialty has been named one of America’s Most Loved Workplaces by Newsweek, and has been named 2023 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business America.

What will your job entail?

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, positive attitude as well as the ability to work with others in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment with strong attention to detail.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate policy submissions, research and analyze information, and review for accuracy.
• Assemble underwriting files, track and assist with follow-up during underwriting process, coordinate receipt of and review insurer binders and other coverage documentation.
• Assure accounts are consistently followed up in a timely manner.
• Support of underwriting and policy management processes.
• Perform analysis and reporting functions.
• Work as part of a team to ensure all requirements are handled.
• Data Entry in Agency Management Software.
• Special assignments as required.

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree: Concentration on Business Administration, Risk Management or Finance/Accounting
• 1-3 years of experience within wholesale insurance is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel and other MS Office Suite programs; Advanced Excel skill is a plus.
• Organization Skills: Extremely organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently on multiple projects concurrently while maintaining keen attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of the commercial construction industry is a plus.

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 salary range for this position is $68,200.00 - $73,000.00 annually.

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.