Underwriting Support Specialist Equine

What part will you play If youre looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference youve found it.

The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities and youll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. Were always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The primary purpose of this position is to act as a resource and serve as an integral member of the underwriting team able to overcome obstacles in the workload and meet timelines by fulfilling basic underwriting support responsibilities. This position will handle day-to- day client servicing including managing workflow and reinforcing the ease of doing business with Markel by meeting or exceeding agents/brokers expectations and providing quality service on a consistent basis.

We are seeking an Underwriting Support Specialist to join our Agriculture Division. The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct support to the underwriting team by handling essential underwriting tasks and maintaining strong communication with both customer and agent partners. The role focuses on day-to-day client servicing managing workflow efficiently and reinforcing the ease of doing business with Markel. By delivering consistent high-quality service and collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders this team member will help ensure a seamless experience for our customers and agents. This associate works under direct supervision following standard processing procedures. Were looking for someone who is driven energetic detail-oriented and resourcefulready to contribute and adapt alongside a dynamic underwriting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between underwriters agents and insureds by managing routine communications and follow-ups related to renewals new business and policy servicing.

• Assist with gathering and reviewing new business submissions for completeness requesting additional information as needed to support underwriting review.

• Ensure accuracy of information input into all appropriate systems and verify that all necessary documentation is in the file.

• Routinely communicate with team members and other key business partners to research and gather necessary information to review analyze and complete transactions.

• Utilize and adhere to internal guidelines procedures and service standards to ensure that all assigned work/transactions are processed in a timely manner (yet accurately) and meet compliance standards.

• Participate in problem solving activities to define problems identify root causes design and test solutions implement solutions and utilizes continuous improvement methodologies to improve processes & procedures in an effort to work more efficiently & effectively and permanently eliminate problems.

• With Underwriter direction attach appropriate forms and make policy changes as requested.

• Deal with internal and external inquiries by email and telephone

• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned to assure efficient operation of the team customer needs are met and business results are achieved

Work Experience/Skill Sets

• High School Diploma Required

• 35 years of relevant experience in underwriting support casualty insurance or a related field

• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills

• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently and within a team.

• Ability to follow process and attention to details.

• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively work under deadlines and adjust accordingly

• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Horse knowledge/experience a plus but not required

• Adequate in Microsoft Office products (Outlook Word Excel)

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US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20 countries is a holding company for insurance reinsurance specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

Were all about people We win together We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday We think further

Whats in it for you:

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees needs at all stages of life.

• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life disability and AD&D insurance.

• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions an Employee Stock Purchase Plan PTO corporate holidays and floating holidays parental leave.

Are you ready to play your part

Choose Apply Now to fill out our short application so that we can find out more about you.

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