Associate Underwriter

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Bridge Specialty Group is seeking an Associate Underwriter to join our growing team in Portland, OR! 

The Associate Underwriter manages and services a designated book of business by analyzing risks, handling underwriting decisions, and ensuring policy accuracy, while maintaining compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory guidelines. Build strong relationships with clients and teammates across all levels, leveraging resources to address client needs and support ongoing business growth.

How You Will Contribute:

• Service the designated book of business as it relates to marketing, administration, and sales.

• Accept or decline risks based on own analysis of options.

• Build, expand, and solidify relationships at all levels.

• Possess the resources to address client's needs including the identification and resolution of underwriting and/or policy issues.

• Review applications to confirm that information is appropriate to determining underwriting actions.

• Maintain daily workflow by analyzing, handing, or forwarding to the Binding Authority Account Managers for processing.

• Ensure Quality Control compliance.

• Foster and seek relationships with teammates across all levels of JE Brown and Brown & Brown

• Ensure compliance with government agencies and corporate policies and procedures.

• Attend training sessions, courses, etc. to maintain up to date skills.

• Always conduct the highest level of confidentiality

• Other duties as needed.

Skills to be Successful:

• High School diploma or equivalent, required.

• 1+ years underwriting experience, required.

• Must be detail-oriented and possess the ability to multi-task.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance  
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement 
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. 

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power To Be Yourself  

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.