Who we are looking forWe are looking for an Assistant Underwriter to support the Renewable Energy Core Property Insurance team through risk assessment, submission triage, clearance, agent/broker follow-up, modeling, and associated administrative support through the policy lifecycle. You will also be responsive to marketing, underwriting, retention, and service standards that support a quality book of business.
What you can look forward to- Working closely with industry experts to build a new product line in a fast-growing insurtech company.
- Evaluating applications for renewable energy property insurance and supporting Senior Underwriters with pricing, approvals, declinations, and policy administration.
- Managing new business, renewals, and endorsements.
- Cross-functional interactions with senior management, business development, and data scientists.
- Solving a critical bottleneck that is holding back the adoption of renewable energy.
- Improving processes and driving efficiency.
- Working with brokers and other industry professionals.
- Responsible for the recording of policy risk characteristics and managing portfolios of projects.
- Gathering data and preparing documents to support the business.
- An equity stake in the company, via incentive stock options.
- A wide variety of medical, dental, and vision plans. 401(k), HSA/FSA, corporate discounts, and coworking space benefits.
What you likely need to do the job well- Underwriting experience: You are familiar with the ins and outs of P&C insurance, having worked in an underwriting support role or as an underwriter for 1-3 years writing all risk insurance coverage. Natural catastrophe underwriting experience and experience with Nat Cat modeling is a plus.
- Critical thinker: You can quickly synthesize large volumes of (often conflicting) information, and develop a thesis. You can clearly articulate your proposal with supporting data.
- Operational Capability: We are a startup and need people who are ready to get their hands dirty and who bias towards action.
- Self-starter: You can independently lead and manage projects. You know when to ask for help but also trust your analytical frameworks.
- A thinker and a doer: You can hold multiple stakeholders perspectives in your head, devise a solution, and then rapidly build consensus around that solution.
- Customer service focus: You view and approach KWH partners with a relationship mindset being responsive and working together to solve problems.
Location: United States (Remote)
Learn more about what we do and why it matters: https://www.kwhanalytics.com/company-overviewkWh Analytics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees.