Underwriting Assistant

ABOUT US:

Deep South has been purchased by QBE the Americas (QBE).

 

Deep South commenced operation in 1967 as a single state personal lines insurance distributor.  Over the past 41 years, the company has become one of the largest commercial lines MGA’s in the United States, with a staff of over 400 insurance professionals, operating in 37 states, with 13 regional offices throughout North America. The company is represented by over 2200 independent agents with projected property and casualty premium for 2008 exceeding $250 million.  For the past 15 years, Deep South has represented QBE the Americas (“QBEâ€�) and its predecessor companies as its insurance company partner. 

 

A transaction was consummated June 4, 2008 wherein QBE acquired all the stock of the Deep South insurance group of companies.  Deep South’s primary insurance product mix has been commercial automobile.  With QBE as one of the 25 largest insurance and reinsurance companies in the world, the products offered by Deep South to its independent agent plant will be significantly enhanced; thereby allowing the company an increased capacity to offer a broader range of property and casualty insurance products. 

 

Deep South is committed and able to offer an array of career opportunities in the following areas:  Underwriting, Policy Administration, Claims Administration, Loss Control Engineering and Field Resolution Specialist.  If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, Deep South is where you want to be! 

 

 Underwriting Assistant 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

 

Provide technical support to commercial underwriting team.  Responsible for expediting incoming inquiries and requests from clients.  Follow up with clients for needed information as determined by Underwriting team.  Accountable for rating of new business and renewals.  Preparing and evaluating endorsements.  Will work closely with the processing department to ensure accurate and timely policy issuance.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:Commercial Property & Casualty experience required,Computer experience with: Word, Excel, email and automated rating systems;Strong analytical and math skills;Excellent oral and written communication skills;Customer focused attitude with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

 

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:Bachelors Degree or equivalentExcellent Sales and Communication Skills Strong Interpersonal and Organizational Skills Overachiever and Creative Thinker Pre-Employment Physical and Drug Screening Light Travel

 

Deep South Group offers an excellent compensation/benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability with shared cost, supplemental benefits, 401k plan with company match,  flexible spending account, paid time off, and paid holidays.

 

More information about Deep South and our underwriting philosophy can be found at,

  http://www.deep-south.com/.

An equal opportunity employer.

 

*Local candidates only.  No relocation available for this position.  Due to the volume of resumes received, only the candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.  Thank you for your interest in Deep South!