Crum & Forster (C&F), with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A" (Excellent) by AM Best and is proud of our superior customer service platform. Our claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry.

Our most valuable asset is our people: more than 2000 employees in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning several workplace and wellness awards, including the 2024 Great Place to Work® Award for our employee-first focus and our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and Inclusion.

C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global, billion dollar organization.  For more information about Crum & Forster, please visit our website: www.cfins.com.

The Underwriting Assistant will support the Transportation and Specialty Automobile Operations team by ensuring accurate and efficient processing of underwriting transactions and policy management.

What you will do for C&F:

Pre-Quote Support

• Validate data entry in underwriting systems (e.g., auto and general liability classification, loss schedules).
• Verify documentation for coverage and limits.
• Communicate with producers to obtain necessary information.

Post-Bind Transaction Management

• Draft and verify policy documents using internal systems.
• Approve policy drafts within designated authority; escalate as needed.
• Book premiums and confirm accurate postings.
• Issue approved policies and report data to third-party agencies (e.g., Workers Compensation bureaus, DMV).
• Process endorsements, cancellations, and reinstatements.

Team Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Collaborate with other departments to resolve policy questions and streamline processes.
• Participate in system testing and special projects as assigned

What you will bring to C&F:

• College degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of Policy Decisions with emphasis on Auto Insurance rate & rule application
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and internet-based technology.
• Excellent math and data analysis skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• The successful candidate will be highly motivated with a positive outlook, possess a service mentality, and have the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous 401K employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole family’s wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
• A core C&F tenet is owning your career development, so we provide a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry-related certifications and professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
• We believe you do well by doing good and want to encourage a spirit of social and community responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community

At C&F you will BELONG

If you require special accommodations, please let us know. We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodations, please let us know

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Crum & Forster is committed to ensuring a workplace free from discriminatory pay disparities and complying with applicable pay equity laws.  Salary ranges are available for all positions at this location, taking into account roles with a comparable level of responsibility and impact in the relevant labor market and these salary ranges are regularly reviewed and adjusted in accordance with prevailing market conditions. The annualized base pay for the advertised position, located in the specified area, ranges from a minimum of $34,400.00 to a maximum of $64,600.00. The actual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the market pay for the jobs at each level, the responsibilities and skills required for each job, and the employee’s contribution (performance) in that role. To be considered within market range, a salary is at or above the minimum of the range. You may also have the opportunity to participate in discretionary equity (stock) based compensation and/or performance-based variable pay programs.

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