[Remote] Associate Underwriter E&S Commercial Auto

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. DUAL North America is a leading underwriting organization in the US, seeking an Associate Underwriter for the Commercial Auto Division. The role involves supporting underwriters in the risk underwriting process, assisting with account underwriting, quoting, and providing quality customer service throughout the underwriting life cycle. Responsibilities Process submissions by providing account triage for Underwriters Provide backup support for Underwriters when traveling in the market Gather and compile information required to quote and/or bind an account through communication and/or correspondence with producers Generate, edit, and send out a variety of correspondence on behalf of the Underwriters such as declination letters, quote follow ups and subjectivity reminders Demonstrate basic understanding of technical underwriting principles and risk underwriting characteristics Learn market dynamics, competitive landscape, and product differences (attend weekly underwriting meetings if applicable, ask questions) – need to understand what business is selling (understanding why deals are lost and adjusting accordingly) Provide customer service and underwriting support to help achieve new and renewal premium goals Build relationships with producers with supervision from more senior underwriters Fill in for other team members to ensure business continuity during peak periods and/or when team members are unavailable Assist Underwriters as requested Complete other related clerical and administrative duties as assigned Complete other various projects and tasks as assigned Skills Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, business or a related field preferred 0-2 years experience as an associate underwriter, underwriter, or relevant insurance experience Foundational knowledge of insurance principles Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Ability to follow policies and procedures Complete assigned tasks correctly, on time and able to learn quickly Self-motivated and demonstrating attention to detail Be able to work independently for extended periods Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as general business understanding Travel up to 10% with an underwriter to shadow and participate in interactions between Underwriters and brokers Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time, with occasional movement in the office to access cabinets and equipment Benefits Medical Dental Vision A wide variety of wellbeing offers Competitive salary Unlimited PTO 401k with company match Paid volunteer days More Company Overview DUAL North America offers commercial property, financial, and casualty services. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in Naples, Florida, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is