Underwriting Admin II
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Job Location:
Urbandale, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Details
Berkley Surety is a highly professional service-oriented surety underwriting management company providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract environmental and commercialsurety accountsthrough multiple distribution channels in both the United States and Canada. We write on behalf of W. R. Berkley Corporationmember companyBerkley Insurance Company which has an A.M. Best rating of A (Superior). We pride ourselves on building strong relationships with our agents. We highly value the insight and expertise our agency partners bring to the table which helps us provide timely and predictable surety solutions.
Responsibilities
About the Role
Were seeking a detailoriented Surety Underwriting Adminto provide technical administrative and underwriting support to our field this role you will help manage our bond portfolio support our underwriters and ensure our surety processes run smoothly accurately and compliantly.
This position is perfect for someone who excels in operational support enjoys problem-solving and thrives in a collaborative team environment.
What Youll Do
- Process new and existing surety business maintain system records and support agency inquiries.
- Set up and update account submissions and bond information in the proprietary system with accuracy and compliance in mind.
- Prepare bid and final bond (contract or commercial) requests for underwriter review.
- Ensure all final bond data premiums commission details and documentation are complete and correct.
- Support prerenewal and renewal workflows and partner closely with field underwriters to ensure timely handling of all renewals.
- Maintain diary systems and produce performance bond reports to assist underwriters in managing their portfolios.
- Send out Bond Status Inquiries per company standards or at the direction of underwriters.
- Apply BSG Rating Manuals and rating worksheets to support accurate premium computation and coding.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows and enhance process efficiency.
- Research respond to and resolve agency billing questions at the bond or agency level.
- Order credit and Dun & Bradstreet reports needed for underwriting decisions.
- Assist with incoming mail and perform other administrative or operational duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What You Bring
- High School Diploma required.
- 3 years of experience in an operational support or customer service role preferably in insurance surety or financial services.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft clear and professional correspondence.
- Comfort using standard BSG tools including Word Excel email imaging systems and underwriting platforms.
- A self-starter mindset with strong organization skills and the ability to work efficiently with limited supervision.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to thrive in a team environment.
Why Youll Love Working Here
- Opportunity to play an essential role in a highperforming underwriting team
- Supportive collaborative work culture
- Exposure to surety operations and underwriting processes
- Chance to contribute to process improvements and operational excellence
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Additional Company Details
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including:
Competitive Base pay
Benefits include: Health dental vision dental life disability wellness paid time off 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the scope complexity and location of the role; the skills education training credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship Details
Key Skills
- C#
- Apache Web Server
- Credit
- Food & Beverage
- Biology
About Company
Berkley is a leader in commercial lines insurance, with over 60+ specialized businesses - each with deep expertise in an industry, product, or regional niche.
