Underwriting Associate - Bitco Insurance Companies : Job Details

BITCO Corporation is currently seeking an Underwriting Associate to join our Home Office team in Davenport, IA. With 11 branch offices in 10 states, BITCO provides quality insurance services to special industries including construction, energy, and forest products. Position Summary: As part of the Underwriting team, this position provides administrative and clerical support for the Home Office Underwriting department. Primary Responsibilities:

• Handle departmental mail, including preparing, sorting and distributing mail in a timely and effective manner
• Manually or electronically prepare and maintain lists or other records of data/information
• Ensure accuracy of department information, files, reports, and records
• Prepare memos, letters, reports, documents, lists or other records
• Utilize software systems in entering, accessing or retrieving data/information in/from various systems
• Provide appropriate departmental services for the needs of internal customers
• Provide and maintain information for internal audits
• Maintain internal underwriting manuals and process maps
• Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Efficiently utilize company and departmental information systems and software to perform job responsibilities
• Respond timely to inquiries and reporting needs
• Work in a harmonious manner, accept supervision and directions, and interact in a cooperative manner with supervisors, co-workers, internal customers, and other company personnel
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a professional office setting
• Basic understanding and application of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must have strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong attention to detail
• Time management skills, with ability to timely and accurately organize, prioritize, and complete responsibilities
• Must be dependable and able to maintain regular, predictable attendance
• Ability to work overtime as needed