Underwriting Assistant

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

Morstan General Agency seeks an Underwriting Assistant to join our team in New Hyde Park, NY.  This can be a hybrid remote opportunity after training. Salary range is between 45k and 65k based on experience.

This position assists the Underwriter by reviewing insurance applications, inspections, and other pertinent information to evaluate, classify, and rate submissions for insurance by performing the following duties.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Work with Underwriter, insuring that all required information is obtained, proper applications are completed, quotes and binders are confirmed in writing, policies are issued promptly and accurately, state filings (were applicable) are made, and taxes paid in accordance with appropriate state laws.

• Provide full assistance and support for the sales and production process; including, but not limited to, providing new business quotes as needed.

• Issuance of renewals.

• Work with Underwriter when reviewing risks submitted by Producers, rate submissions for premium and terms, issue written binders.

• Review indications, quotes, binders, submissions and policies for completeness and high degree of accuracy including forms and editions.

• Become thoroughly familiar with the use of all agency management software systems and suggest labor saving uses to management.

• Order and review inspections. This duty requires the ability to identify the different exposures of risks, verify information obtained on inspection with the information on policy for accuracy and verification of underwriting guidelines.

• Issuance of Certificates of Insurance.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Exceptional telephone demeanor

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

• One (1) to two (2) years related experience

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

• Competitive pay based on experience • Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Generous benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

WHO WE ARE:

Morstan General Agency, one of the largest members of Bridge Specialty Group, provides customized solutions for all our customers’ insurance needs.

Experience and relationships matter. Our highly trained professionals have built the reputation within the insurance marketplace as being able to find comprehensive coverage at competitive rates.

We now service over 4,000+ retail customers through our commercial, personal, workers’ compensation, and professional business segments. Additionally, we proudly represent many admitted and non-admitted insurance companies to provide access to markets that would otherwise be beyond reach.

Our team of 175 professionals fully embodies the Morstan pillars of growth, strength, and determination. To date, our team has brought in over $450 million in annual gross written premium for our customers.

 

Pay Range

$45,000 - $65,000 Annual

The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.

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  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Brown & Brown is 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”.