Underwriting Assistant NE-USA-NE

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
Junior
Insurance
The Role
Supports property underwriters by entering submissions, preparing renewals, obtaining risk reports, conducting catastrophe analysis, and processing policies and endorsements. The role also performs premium entry and reconciliation, maintains underwriting reports, follows up with brokers for audit information, and uses risk and insurance software systems. Strong organization, communication, multitasking, and advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills are required.
Summary Generated by Built In

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

Starr Insurance Companies is a global insurance and investment organization providing property and casualty insurance solutions to business and industry, and one of the fastest-growing insurance companies in the world.  Our talented  and experienced associates manage risk and ultimately support the profitable growth of organizations in a dynamic, competitive and ever-changing marketplace. Join us and become part of our talented and passionate workforce. 

Underwriting Assistant

  • Entering new submissions and updating the Submission register 
  • Assisting underwriters in renewal preparation
  • Assisting Underwriters in attaining D&B reports, preparing catastrophe analysis
  • Perform risk analysis by inputting data into risk decisioner in the proper format
  • Prepare policies and endorsements for underwriter review as well as process the endorsement in Starr Tech software programs such as Sparc and Salesforce.
  • Assist with internal audit process, following up with brokers on needed information
  • Maintain reports as required by Underwriters
  • Premium entry and reconciliation
  • Perform all other duties as directed by area management

Skills/Experience Required:

  • 1 – 2 years of related Property underwriting assistance experience preferred
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize
  • Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Word

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.

Skills Required

  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize
  • Strong computer skills
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
  • 1 to 2 years of related property underwriting assistance experience

Starr Insurance Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Starr Insurance and has not been reviewed or approved by Starr Insurance.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is frequently characterized as excellent, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options supported by wellness tools and an EAP. Feedback suggests additional voluntary protections (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity) broaden overall healthcare security.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include both a 401(k) and a defined‑benefit pension, which is often highlighted as a standout feature. Profit sharing is also referenced as part of the broader financial benefits mix.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Top performers in underwriting are described as receiving excellent pay with good bonuses and clear advancement opportunities.

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The Company
HQ: New York, New York
2,935 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

What We Do

Starr Insurance is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world. Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world’s fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents. Starr has the global knowledge, vision and relationships to help your company succeed, anywhere you do business.

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