Reinsurance Underwriting Associate, Property

We are committed to developing future leaders of our organization and are seeking recent college graduates and candidates with 0-3 years of experience in P&C insurance/reinsurance who are invested in establishing and developing their underwriting career.
Qualified candidates will participate in the following:

• Mentorship with senior leaders across the company
• Reinsurance Fundamentals training
• Tools, resources and monetary incentives to obtain the Are/CPCU designation through The Institutes

Essential Functions:

• Gain a solid understanding of Odyssey’s treaty underwriting philosophy and conduct
• Perform underwriting responsibilities for renewal accounts as assigned
• Analyze all terms of new and renewal treaty placement slips to identify unusual features or clarify intent prior to binding
• Review new and renewal contract wording to verify accordance with agreed upon terms
• Review new and renewal submissions for changes in terms and accuracy of information
• Identify and request additional information required to complete analysis
• Coordinate collection of additional information from internal sources for an overall pre-authorization review with underwriters and actuaries
• Assist in the preparation of experience/exposure analyses to provide quantitative data for the underwriting decision process
• Participate in underwriting audits in order to support production and become familiar with accounts
• Prepare, analyze and maintain rate level comparisons for specific lines of business
• Upon binding a contract, inputs abstract information into database, facilitates signature and contract documentation diary
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with underwriters, customers and business partners to provide high quality service to clients.

Skills, Knowledge & Ability:

• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills; heavy focus on mathematical coursework a plus
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability to influence, overcome obstacles and develop positive business relationships
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to comprehend and apply underwriting guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Discretion in handling confidential/sensitive information
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi task/prioritize
• A self-starter and entrepreneurial mindset

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor degree in a related field, with a minimum GPA of 3.3
• Internship/work experience during college years