Underwriter L.A.U.N.C.H Program - Alta

Amwins Underwriting believes specialization matters. With 20 operating companies spanning property, casualty and professional lines and representing more than 100 programs across numerous industries, we are perfectly positioned to deliver the niche underwriting expertise and creative solutions for our clients.

Underwriter L.A.U.N.C.H Program

Leadership, Aptitude, Underwriting Principles, Networking, Culture, Hands on

Position Summary

The Amwins Underwriter L.A.U.N.C.H Program is an education and training program hosted by the Amwins Underwriting division. Participants will take part in an intensive 9-week program to gain a deep knowledge of the insurance industry, underwriting practices, and the Amwins organization. This program helps candidates develop a variety of professional skills while providing opportunities to network across multiple facets of the organization. For a highly motivated individual, the education and exposure in this program will support a candidate’s desire to excel in his or her underwriting career.

The training program will be hosted in Charlotte, NC, where Amwins is based. Participants will be provided housing during the 9-week training. After training in Charlotte, the participant will relocate to Overland Park, KS to work within Alta Risk. Participants will be expected to travel no more than two times a year to Charlotte, NC, or other Amwins offices for additional training over the next few years.

Program Assets:

Targeted education to gain knowledge and understanding of the insurance industry and program insurance

Knowledge checks with case studies, systems training, and presentations

Professional development training such communication, professional etiquette, networking, etc.

Substantial interaction with Amwins leadership, including the C-suite

Exposure to the Amwins Group Support Team and home office

Opportunity to build long-lasting relationships with a cohort of talent

Understanding of Amwins systems and technology

Continued education and training to complement on-the-job duties (leadership, industry knowledge, etc.)

What we are looking for:

RMI degree preferred early in career (less than 2 years of experience)

Interest and passion for insurance and underwriting

Demonstrated leadership skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Highly motivated

Problem solver

Located in the listed area

Able to work in office

Alta Risk, LLC is an underwriting manager for specialty insurance products. By taking a unique and creative approach to underwriting niche business, Alta's seasoned underwriters have left their mark on the industry. Our underwriters have a combined 100+ years of industry experience and are strategically located across the United States to provide select wholesale brokers with coverage solutions for underserved risks.

Upon graduation of the 9-week program, the candidate will move into an entry-level underwriting support role within Alta Risk . Duties will include:

Support lead underwriter by gathering account information to rate, quote and bind policies

Maintain and manage account documentation and files

Communicates with clients and internal departments to gather information, provide updates, and resolve issues and inquiries

Rate new or renewal quotes as directed by underwriter

Monitor various reports for consistency

Provide administrative support and other related services as needed (e.g., input account information into the system)

Travel as needed

The Amwins Advantage: Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision available your first day of employment

Choice of medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield; Kaiser available for CA employees

Mental health support including:

Virtual therapy

Digital coaching

24/7 EAP counseling

Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account with company contributions

Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Commuter Benefits

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Voluntary coverage options:

Life Insurance

Critical Illness

Accident

Identity Theft Protection

Retiree medical benefits available for Medicare-eligible retirees

401(k) with company match

Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Schedule

Collaborative, continuing education focused work environment

Career advancement opportunities