Assistant Underwriter

As an Assistant Underwriter at Carolina Casualty, your responsibilities will include collecting and analyzing data for new and renewal business, efficiently issuing policies and amendments, and ensuring compliance with all underwriting, state, and federal regulations. You'll also examine various documents to guarantee their accuracy and completeness and collaborate with colleagues to tackle business challenges effectively.

To be considered for the Assistant Underwriter role at Carolina Casualty, you should ideally possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, along with an insurance designation such as AINS or AU. Additionally, experience in insurance and/or commercial auto underwriting and strong data entry skills are preferred. A positive attitude and exceptional customer service skills are also vital for this role.

While prior experience is preferred for the Assistant Underwriter position at Carolina Casualty, it's not mandatory. Ideally, candidates should have 1 to 3 years of experience in insurance underwriting or commercial auto insurance and 2+ years in data entry. However, passionate individuals eager to learn and grow in the field may also be considered.

At Carolina Casualty, the culture prioritizes inclusion, collaboration, and innovation, making it a unique place to work as an Assistant Underwriter. Employees are recognized for their contributions, and there’s a strong emphasis on teamwork. You’ll have the chance to develop professionally while being encouraged to bring forward suggestions for improvement.

Carolina Casualty offers a robust benefits package for full-time employees, which includes competitive compensation, health benefits, and opportunities for ongoing training and professional development for those in the Assistant Underwriter role. The company values its employees and provides a supportive environment for career growth.

When answering this question, highlight your interest in the insurance industry, the specific qualities of Carolina Casualty that attract you, and your eagerness to grow within such a well-respected organization.

Provide a specific example from your previous roles where you successfully analyzed data, explain the methods you used, and detail the outcome of your analysis, emphasizing how it benefited your team or organization.

Discuss your approach to staying updated on insurance regulations, the resources you utilize, and how you implement compliance measures in your workflow as an Assistant Underwriter.

Mention specific software you have used in previous positions, such as Excel for data analysis, and discuss how familiarity with these tools can enhance efficiency and accuracy in the underwriting process.

Describe strategies you employ to prioritize inquiries, maintain professionalism, and effectively resolve issues, demonstrating your commitment to providing superior customer service.

Provide a comprehensive answer that includes key steps of the underwriting process, your grasp of risk assessment, and your ability to interpret guidelines and manuals.

Share a specific story where you identified a gap or process inefficiency, what steps you took to come up with a recommendation, and how it was received by your team.

Talk about any tools or methods you use for task management, such as to-do lists or project management software, and how they help you balance multiple priorities effectively.

Emphasize skills such as attention to detail, analytical thinking, clear communication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, illustrating how these traits have been pivotal in previous roles.

Discuss your commitment to ongoing education, whether through professional designations, attending industry conferences, or participating in relevant webinars to stay current with developments in commercial transportation insurance.