Underwriting Assistant

Overview

Seeking candidate that resides in Southern California

Position Summary:

Performs various  duties in support of the professional underwriting team members.

Geo-Salary Information

An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process

State specific pay scales for this role are as follows:

$40,519 to $70,777 (CA, NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, MA)

The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills and location.

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, reviews policy changes, documents and notes on personal lines policies.  Ensures correct documentation is obtained from agents/insureds and processes accordingly per established guidelines.

Sends requests for additional data as needed.  Responds to inquiries from insureds, Claims, and agency personnel regarding forms, underwriting procedures, policy information, etc.

Participates in projects where goals may include, but are not limited to: premium leakage and expense reduction.

Orders third party reports as needed.

Other duties as assigned by Leader.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma required

Experience:

• At least 1 year of directly related experience required 

• Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience 

Knowledge and Skills:

• General knowledge of the organization, practices and operations.  

• Good verbal communication skills to deal effectively with agents, insureds and claims personnel in verifying file information and providing good customer service.  

• Effective listening skills.

• Requires critical attention to detail, organization and accuracy of work.

Must be able to work standard business hours Monday - Friday 8am-5pm PST

About the Company

Why choose a career at Mercury?

At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can’t imagine a world without it.

Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life.

We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals.

Learn more about us here: https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/about/careers

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Perks and Benefits

We offer many great benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
• Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
• Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Engaging work environment
• Promotional opportunities
• Education assistance
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Company recognition program
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more

Mercury Insurance is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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