Underwriting Support Specialist

This job is located at 814 Commerce Drive Oak Brook IL 60523

PLS Overview:

Why PLS Because You Deserve Better! PLS which stands for People Location Service is a leading retail provider of financial services. The P comes first because our customers are at the center of everything we do and we recognize that its our exceptional team members who go above and beyond every day. The PLS Group headquartered in Chicago is comprised of over 200 financial service centers in 12 states. Through our check cashing stores we provide consumers with convenient financial products and services to help them manage their day-to-day financial needs. Although many of our customers have banking relationships we believe that our customers use our financial services because they are convenient transparent and frequently more affordable than available traditional alternatives. PLS was founded in 1997 by Bob and Dan Wolfberg who serve as Co-Presidents.

PLS: People. Location. Service

PLSwhich stands for People Location Serviceis a leading retail provider of alternative financial services. The PLS Group headquartered in Chicago is comprised of over 200 financial service centers in 12 states. Through our check cashing stores we provide consumers with convenient financial products and services to help them manage their day-to-day financial needs. Although many of our customers have banking relationships we believe that our customers use our financial services because they are convenient transparent and frequently more affordable than available traditional alternatives. PLS was founded in 1997 by Bob and Dan Wolfberg who serve as Co-Presidents.

Position Overview:

Under the supervision of the Centralized Underwriter Manager the Underwriting Support Specialist provides policy service support and centralized services to the Insurance Operations department.

Inbound calls with service levels to support customers and no cold calling.

Job Responsibilities:

• Personal commitment to providing exceptional service in every internal and external customer engagement
• Provide customer service by responding promptly and courteously to all requests for information
• Effectively communicate company standards mission underwriting guidelines and requirements
• Rating new business accounts and renewals accounts as assigned
• Endorsement processing
• Diary item follow up
• Renewal app follow up
• Policy issuance
• Develop amicable working relationships with team members handle agent special service requests
• Provide training and mentoring for other members of the Insurance Operations team
• Other duties as assigned by management

Job Requirements:

• 2-3 years of data entry and/or loan underwriting experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to meet production quality and service standards
• Must be able to work weekends evenings and holidays as required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-volume environment while practicing sound lending judgment
• Ability to assess information with strong attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 15 lbs.

Benefits:

Benefits for eligible team members include medical/dental/vision 401(k) vacation opportunities for advancement and ongoing training.

We strive to demonstrate our Core Values in all positions at PLS:

Communication Customer Focus Integrity and Trust Teamwork Results

PLS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability marital status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. PLS is a drug-free workplace. PLS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify your Recruiter or a member of our Human Resources team at to make arrangements. The decision on granting accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

For jobs located in the City of Los Angeles consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment