Underwriting Intern

Who We Are: 

NFP, an Aon company, is a multiple Best Places to Work award winner in Business Insurance. We are an organization of consultative advisors and problem solvers. We help companies and individuals around the globe address their most significant risk, workforce, wealth management and retirement challenges through custom solutions and a people-first approach. To learn more, please visit: https://www.NFP.com.

BlueSkyRisk is an insurance industry specialist participating in both the distribution and underwriting aspects of the commercial insurance industry.  The company's primary commitment is to match industry specialization and superior underwriting analysis with customized distribution strategies for various growth sectors of the US and Global economies. 

Our company includes a series of niche insurance programs targeting a variety of industries including but not limited to cannabis, logging, manufactured housing, professional lines, and hospitality, complemented by an internal wholesale brokerage. 

A successful candidate will be driven, eager to learn, and excited about working in a dynamic, high-growth environment where they will be afforded the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the program administrator space of the insurance industry.  Attention to detail and general technical aptitude is required, but prior industry experience is not necessary and all majors will be considered. 

The position requires 40 hours/week and pays $20.00/hour.  Location is primarily in-office (Sandy Springs/Perimeter North).

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. In this position, you will support the underwriting team with the following business functions:

• Review applications and perform initial underwriting for incoming submissions
• Identifying and gathering relevant account information for new business and renewal policy activity
• Participate with Underwriters in the renewal and new business activities that support marketing and underwriting decisions that are consistent with growth and retention goals
• Process endorsements, policy changes, and account renewals
• Assess clients’ current insurance placements for strengths and deficiencies
• Work directly with specialized insurance brokers to develop business relationships
• Scheduling inspections and monitoring for compliance with recommendations
• Manage account documentation

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR ABILITIES:

• Self-motivated, detail oriented and able to work effectively in an early stage, high growth environment
• Willingness to learn quickly in a constantly-evolving environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office & Excel

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES:  N/A

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

• Junior or Senior pursuing Bachelor's Degree (Risk Management & Insurance degree preferred)

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION: N/A

 

WHO WE ARE:

Our PeopleFirst culture focuses on building and nurturing lifelong relationships with our employees because, at the end of the day, we exist to be there for others. The base salary range for this position is $18 to $24 per hour.  The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location. Actual base salary offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

 

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NFP is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.