New

Assistant Underwriter

Argonaut Management Services, Inc
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Nebraska, Omaha
Jun 05, 2026
Company Farm Family Farm Family specializes in farm and ranch protection with a wide range of products including flexible farm packages, business owner policies, commercial package, workers compensation, commercial auto and select personal auto coverage. Farm Family is a leader in serving the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets and is pursuing growth across the U.S. The Farm Family entities are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc. Job Description Assistant Underwriter The Assistant Underwriter works closely with an experienced mentor Underwriter and the Underwriting Manager. The Assistant Underwriter supports underwriters by performing a variety of tasks, including preparing new and renewal accounts for their mentor underwriter's review. The Assistant Underwriter is responsible for collecting and analyzing underwriting information to ensure that proper documentation is in the file before referring to the Underwriter. The Assistant Underwriter is a home office-based desk underwriter, requiring periodic travel to meet with agents in the field. The Assistant Underwriter will provide a collaborative, consultative environment to our exclusive agents to support policy growth, profitability, and retention. This is a 100% in-office position. Candidates must be able to work on-site at a designated company office during standard business hours. Essential Responsibilities: Assists Underwriter(s) to manage Performance-Based Renewal Underwriting programs, New Business submissions, Claim Underwriting Notices, Large Loss Notices, IRPM Referrals, Re-underwriting Projects, Production Referrals, etc. Reviews, appraises, and recommends submissions for acceptance or refusal for the mentor Underwriter(s). Works within assigned underwriting authority (limited) and company underwriting guidelines, to make acceptable terms, conditions, and pricing decisions on behalf of the company that support the company's growth, profitability, and retention objectives. Supports Underwriters by performing a variety of tasks and file work, including preparation of new and renewal accounts for Underwriter review by collecting and analyzing information to ensure that proper documentation is in the file prior to referring to the Underwriter. Manages workflow queues and conducts timely and thorough reviews of all assignments in a manner that supports the department's goals for turnaround time, and that meets the department's file quality and risk selection expectations. Provides timely and professional customer service to Field Agents and/or CSRs. Actively communicates with Field Agents and/or CSRs as needed to obtain necessary underwriting information. Participates in productive field visits to meet agents and learn about their markets. Qualifications / Experience Required: Minimum of one year of experience as an Associate Underwriter or a minimum of three years of other related insurance industry experience. Preferred Qualifications: A college degree is preferred, but not required. Equivalent experience is considered in place of collegiate studies. Completion of at least two Associate in General Insurance (AINS) or Associate in Underwriting (AU) courses preferred. Demonstrated commitment to completing designation and pursuing additional professional insurance education. The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will becommensuratewith the candidate's experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost oflaborin that location. Albany pay range: $22.40/hr - $26.40/hr *PLEASE NOTE:* Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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