Underwriting Assistant at AIG

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Insurance, Casualty InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

  • 2+ years of related insurance experience and/or training; or equivalent, a relevant combination of education and experience
  • Insurance experience preferred
  • Prioritizing – able to navigate and switch between multiple proprietary, vendor, web-based, and standard computer systems
  • Microsoft Office – proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Learning Agility – willingness to learn from experiences and new situations
  • Client Servicing – ability to anticipate (inferred from truncated description)

Responsibilities

  • Partner with regional underwriters and/or more senior UW Support employees in the end-to-end processing of new and renewal business
  • Evaluate new and renewal submissions against prescribed criteria to determine completeness; document outstanding items and include them in communication to an underwriter for review
  • Assist in the follow-up and securing of outstanding items from the broker
  • Work closely with underwriters and CoE partners to develop and deliver tailored solutions
  • Identify and resolve account alerts and blocks during the submission process to avoid account conflicts
  • Upon underwriting instructions, forward individual lines of business to Shared Services for rating
  • Train on and demonstrate proficiency in utilizing underwriting systems
  • Perform data analytics, remodeling, referral documentation preparation and completion, form checklist, and working approval (including review of location data and CAT modeling results, analysis of loss information and financial statements, pre-populate loss rating models)
  • Assist with the issuance of quotes, binders, policies, endorsements, and cancellations within prescribed timelines
  • Request individual policy filings as needed
  • Prepare policy writing instructions for Shared Services and premium billings
  • Manage bureau crits on assigned accounts and follow up with brokers on outstanding information
  • Prepare documents for reinsurance quotes for underwriting
  • Complete post-issuance policy review and document all discrepancies for review with Sr. UA, Team Lead, or account underwriter; forward discrepancies to Shared Services for correction as agreed
  • Assist underwriters with broker follow-ups on outstanding subjectivities (including Legal Agreements, Collateral, Premium, UM/UIM-PIP forms); update systems as required
  • Track premium booking and policy issuance to ensure LOB metrics are met; escalate to Sr. UA, Team Lead, or account underwriter as needed
  • Perform and apply knowledge of LOB underwriting rules and/or guidelines for pre-analysis support of submissions in preparation for quoting stage
  • Communicate account status to manager or underwriter to ensure completion of outstanding items needed to execute policy issuance and premium collection
  • Exhibit a customer service mindset by proactively engaging with internal and external clients; promptly respond to all phone calls and/or email correspondence
  • Maintain accurate and updated files for all accounts in accordance with internal service standards and procedures
  • Attend broker or client meetings as requested by underwriting
  • Consistently meet service level agreements and metrics in terms of volume, accuracy, and quality
  • Actively develop knowledge and understanding of fundamental skills and functions of the underwriting support process, underwriting process, risk analysis, and operational drivers
  • Analyze policy submissions in detail to ensure policy issuance information is accurate and complete
  • Conduct quality control checks to ensure adherence to division-specific guidelines and procedures

Skills

Underwriting Support
Risk Analysis
Policy Processing
Data Analytics
CAT Modeling
Loss Rating
Financial Statement Analysis
Underwriting Systems
Quality Control
Broker Communication

AIG

Global insurance provider for individuals and businesses

About AIG

AIG provides a variety of insurance products and services aimed at individuals, families, and businesses. Their offerings include life insurance, retirement planning, and commercial insurance, which help clients manage risk and protect their assets. AIG operates by underwriting insurance policies and managing risk, while also investing the premiums collected to generate income. This company stands out from competitors by not only focusing on traditional insurance but also emphasizing cybersecurity and data protection to keep clients' information safe. AIG's goal is to help clients achieve financial security and peace of mind through comprehensive insurance solutions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1919Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k)
PTO
Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account

Risks

Sale of personal travel business may reduce AIG's market presence in travel insurance.
Expansion in Atlanta could pose financial risks if expected growth does not materialize.
Deconsolidation of Corebridge Financial might lead to loss of synergies and increased costs.

Differentiation

AIG offers a wide range of insurance products globally, serving diverse client needs.
Corebridge Financial, a subsidiary, enhances AIG's offerings in retirement planning and financial futures.
AIG emphasizes cybersecurity and data protection, ensuring clients' information remains secure.

Upsides

AI adoption in underwriting and claims processing enhances efficiency and reduces costs for AIG.
InsurTech partnerships offer AIG opportunities to enhance digital capabilities and drive innovation.
Telematics and usage-based insurance allow AIG to offer personalized and flexible products.

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