Underwriting Assistant - Healthcare

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Core Specialty is looking to fill an Underwriting Assistant position in our Healthcare division in January 2026. The position will be part of the excess team and will ensure the efficient and effective management of all information necessary to support the underwriting activities of the organization.  The underwriting assistant will perform a variety of complex administration tasks within established process and quality guidelines.
 

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:

• Process incoming submissions, including clearance, review of information received and data entry into the system to prepare account for rating and quoting.

• Assist Underwriter with confirming new/renewal business conditions and subjectivities including review of applications, supplements, loss runs and other requested underwriting information and advising Underwriter of any discrepancies.

• Process Requests to Bind including electronic delivery of Binder Confirmations and invoices to agents; perform follow-up and resolve information discrepancies between agent requests and Underwriter prior to updating the account status.

• Prepare policy output that complies with company standards/guidelines; process non-critical service requests such as cancellation notice, name changes and address changes.

• Monitor Underwriter workflow when Underwriters are traveling and/or out of the office.

• Perform underwriting/policy audit review; summarize audit results and recommend corrective action as required.

• Participate in departmental projects as required.

Technical Knowledge and Understanding:

• Understanding of insurance terminology required.

• Knowledgeable with the requirements to prepare new/renewal policy output that complies with state requirements and accurately reflects the risk details the company has agreed to insure.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and Access.

Experience:

• 1+ years’ experience in professional liability insurance area.

• Bachelor’s degree required with focus in Risk Management/Insurance preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

• Proven analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

• Functional in a highly collaborative environment.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

• Detail oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple projects and tasks in a rapidly changing environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.






 

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At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement.  We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program