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Ryan Specialty

Underwriting Assistant, Personal Lines

LocationRichmond - Virginia
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 6, 2026 · 6d ago
Verified live8h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have7
Strong interest in building a long-term career within the insurance industry
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
Ability to obtain a Property & Casualty Insurance License within 90 days of hire
Nice to have6
Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered
Internship, part-time, or full-time experience in insurance, financial services, banking, operations, customer service, sales support, or business administration
Exposure to insurance operations, underwriting support, policy administration, or account management
Experience working in a professional office environment
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external business partners
Interest in underwriting, insurance operations, or risk management
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Outlook
Teams
Word
Excel
About the company
RT Specialty, a division of Ryan Specialty, is a leading wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products and services. Our experienced brokers are specialized in property, casualty, professional lines, transportation and workers’ compensation, providing creative solutions to retail brokerage firms. We define ourselves through our superior execution on behalf of our clients, which has established us as a leader in the industry.
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Underwriting Assistant to join our Personal Lines Binding Authority team in Richmond, VA.
This role is ideal for an early-career professional, recent graduate, or individual looking to launch a long-term career in the insurance industry. The Underwriting Assistant will partner closely with Underwriters and brokers to support the policy binding process, ensure accurate policy documentation, and provide exceptional service throughout the policy lifecycle.
Working alongside an experienced underwriting team, this individual will play a critical role in processing new business, policy changes, endorsements, renewals, and other administrative functions while gaining valuable exposure to underwriting operations and Personal Lines insurance.
The ideal candidate is organized, professional, relationship-oriented, and eager to learn in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Location: This role will be hybrid with 3-4 days in our Richmond Office (9020 Stony Point Parkway Suite 450 Richmond, VA 23235)
What will your job entail?
Job Responsibilities:
Policy Binding & Processing
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Support the binding process by ensuring policies are accurately documented, issued, and maintained in accordance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
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Enter and maintain information within underwriting and policy administration systems to support rating, policy issuance, endorsements, and renewals.
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Assist with new business submissions and policy preparation under the guidance of Underwriters.
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Process endorsements, policy changes, cancellations, non-renewals, and renewal notifications accurately and efficiently.
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Review documentation for completeness and accuracy while maintaining compliance with internal procedures and carrier requirements.
Underwriting & Broker Support
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Serve as a key point of coordination between Underwriters and brokers by responding to inquiries and gathering information required for quoting and policy issuance.
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Assist with preparing and distributing quotes, revised proposals, and supporting documents.
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Support Underwriters in managing daily workflow and account servicing activities.
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Provide coverage and policy-related information to brokers and clients while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
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Assist with underwriting support functions and special projects as assigned.
Documentation & Operational Excellence
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Maintain accurate and organized records of policy transactions, endorsements, client communications, and underwriting documentation.
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Track cancellations, non-renewals, and renewal solicitations to ensure timely processing.
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Generate operational and production reports to support business objectives and process improvement initiatives.
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Assist with workflow priorities during team member absences to ensure continuity of service.
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Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the underwriting and operations teams.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
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Strong interest in building a long-term career within the insurance industry.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
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Ability to obtain a Property & Casualty Insurance License within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
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Internship, part-time, or full-time experience in insurance, financial services, banking, operations, customer service, sales support, or business administration.
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Exposure to insurance operations, underwriting support, policy administration, or account management.
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Experience working in a professional office environment.
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Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external business partners.
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Interest in underwriting, insurance operations, or risk management.
Career Growth & Development
This position is designed as an entry point into a long-term underwriting career path.
The Underwriting Assistant will receive hands-on training and mentorship while working closely with experienced Underwriters and leadership. Through daily exposure to Personal Lines Binding Authority business, policy analysis, broker interactions, and underwriting operations, individuals will build a strong foundation in insurance and risk management.
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