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TPA Underwriting Specialist

Location:

CT - Glastonbury, CT - Norwalk, MA - Braintree, MA - Chicopee, MA - Needham, MA - Woburn, NH - Bedford

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General Description:

Performs underwriting, quoting and customer service for assigned self insurance accounts that provide mono-line workers’ compensation coverage. Duties include quoting, processing of audits and endorsements, policy issuance, certificate issuance and information reporting to various industry organizations. Also provides timely responses to policyholders questions and requests and provides resolution to policy problems and/or issues. Participates in group quarterly and annual board meetings  as required. Works with a variety of staff including senior management, claims, finance and marketing  to ensure a positive customer experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Communicates with carriers, producers and marketing on prospects and existing accounts.
  • Participates in SIG quarterly and annual board meetings and provides required Information for quarterly reports
  • Maintain various databases and spreadsheets

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·       Strong organizational skills required.

·       Strong written and oral communication skills.

·       Ability to work well in a team environment.

·       Ability to handle multiple projects.

·       Must have a capacity for analytical thinking.

·       Strong problem-solving skills.

·       Ability to adapt and multitask to meet deadlines.

·       Must have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in an insurance environment (preferably Workers’ Compensation) like an underwriting department, insurance agency, or insurance support role.

·       Proficient with Excel and Word and experience with underwriting software a plus.

Physical Demands:

Work is performed in a climate controlled office environment with minimal noise and limited to no exposure to chemicals or toxins.  Employees operate office equipment including; telephone - headset, Computer,   computer monitors, keyboard, mouse, copier, scanner and mail machine.  Physical tasks of job include; walking, sitting, standing, bending and fingering.

Analysis of Physical Demands:

·       Constantly (over 66% of time) work performed requires employees to use repetitive hand motions such as fingering, using a keyboard, and sitting at a desk.

·       Frequently (34%-66% of time) work performed requires employees to handle and grasp things, walk on normal surfaces, stand and bend.

·       Occasionally (1%-33% of time) work performed requires lifting/carrying  items that range from 10-50lbs, pushing/pulling  items that range from 10-50lbs, walk on uneven or slippery surfaces to and from work and occasionally reach outward to grab things and bend.

·       Rarely (< than 1 hour per week) work performed requires twisting/ turning including reaching over shoulder or above head , kneeling or squatting.

Why USI?
With more than $2.5 billion in revenue and over 10,000 associates across 200+ offices nationwide, USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world. At USI, we have created one of the most dynamic personal and professional development cultures in the industry. We invest heavily in our associates, and we take pride in celebrating their growth and success through our one-of-a-kind employee reward and recognition programs. We invite you to learn more about what makes USI an exceptional place to work!

Unrivaled Resources and Support
What truly distinguishes USI as a premier insurance brokerage and consulting firm is the USI ONE Advantage®, a game-changing value proposition that delivers to clients a robust set of risk management and benefit solutions with bottom-line financial impact. USI ONE® represents Omni, Network, Enterprise—the three key elements that set USI apart from the competition. Through USI ONE, we develop strategic, timely and effective risk management and benefit programs in terms that are easy to understand, and we demonstrate how the solutions can have a positive economic impact.

Industry-Leading Programs, Rewards, and Recognition 
In addition to competitive pay, incentives, and benefits, USI recognizes associates through our Summit Awards program, rewarding excellence in those who build our brand each day. USI offers employee programs that recognize outstanding achievement and help our associates lead healthy, productive lives. We turn care into action with our award-winning wellness program, college scholarships for associates' children, and financial help in times of need. 

Deep Community Engagement
We are committed to giving back to our local communities and supporting a culture of environmental sustainability. From sharing our time, talent, and resources to support local non-profit organizations, animal shelters, and environmental beautification and restoration projects – to partnering with eco-conscious vendors and taking steps to reduce our own environmental footprint – we’re working together as ONE to build a better future.

Committed to a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workplace
Our award-winning I’m With U diversity, equity, and inclusion program educated our associates to help them better understand and serve our clients, prospects, fellow team members, and local communities through curated education and training resources, employee support programs, and community outreach initiatives to build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture.

Nationally Recognized as a Top Insurance Employer
  • Recognized as one of Insurance Business America’s Top Insurance Employers for six consecutive years (2018-2023).
  • Named to Business Insurance’s annual list of the Best Places to Work in Insurance four years in a row (2020-2023).
  • Recipient of the American Heart Association’s Gold Status for a maintaining a culture of health and well-being five years in a row (2018-2022).
  • Visit our Awards and Accolades page for a complete list of industry awards and recognitions! 

USI is committed to providing a full-suite of competitive benefits for our growing population and its diverse needs. We offer a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs. USI also offers a generous paid time off policy, paid family leave benefit as well as paid holiday time.


$65,000-$70,000

Job ID:

29279

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