Underwriting Specialist

BCforward • Overland Park, KS, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers’ needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. BCforward’s headquarters are in Indianapolis, Indiana and also operates delivery centers in 20 locations in North America as well as India and Puerto Rico. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm headquartered in Indiana.

Job Description

Location: Overland Park, KS 66210

Duration: 6+ months

Rate: $21.50/Hr on W2

We are seeking an experienced office worker, preferably with an insurance background, to perform high-level administrative and underwriting duties.

Must have excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Access) to work in spreadsheets and with insurance premium raters
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with underwriters and brokers
Must be very organized and able to work with speed and accuracy in a demanding environment
Ability to effectively support underwriters and managers to deliver superior service to our customers
Insurance knowledge/terminology is a plus
Analyze new and renewal insurance applications to determine eligibility for coverage, available terms, and conditions for pricing in accordance with established market underwriting guidelines
Submit new applications from brokers to underwriters for rate indications
Assess renewal submissions from brokers for rate indications
Facilitate proposals and bind orders in a timely manner
Manage submission and tracking with underwriters

Additional Skills: Flood insurance or an insurance background is preferred but not required. Attention to detail, customer service skills, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment are essential. Ability to follow mandated guidelines.