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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 ProgramLeadership, Aptitude, Underwriting Principles, Networking, Culture, Hands onPosition SummaryThe 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 three-month training 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 three-month training. After training in Charlotte, the participant will relocate to Portsmouth, NH to work with Amwins Program Underwriters. Participants will be expected to travel two to three 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 insuranceProfessional development training such communication, professional etiquette, networking, etcSubstantial interaction with Amwins leadership, including the C-suiteExposure to the Amwins Group Support Team and home officeOpportunity to build long-lasting relationships with a cohort of talentUnderstanding of Amwins systems and technologyContinued 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 underwritingDemonstrated leadership skillsEntrepreneurial spiritHighly motivated Problem solverLocated in the listed areaAble to work in office Benefits:Competitive starting ratesFull benefits package available, benefits start first day of employmentHousing fully paid by Amwins during training in Charlotte, NC (approx. three months)Relocation assistanceGenerous Paid Time Off Collaborative, continuing-education focused work environmentWe are committed to providing you the best training and development:Industry relationships Mentorship Opportunity to learn and experience multiple lines of business and facet of insuranceAmwins Program Underwriters (APU) is a managing general agency (MGA) specializing in affinity and program management. For more than 40 years, APU has developed and maintained programs for a variety of niche markets that provide broad-based property and casualty coverage. Today, APU’s 200+ employees manage more than 40 insurance programs generating premiums in excess of $690 million.Upon graduation of the three-month program, the candidate will move into an entry-level underwriting support role within Amwins Program Underwriters. Duties will include:Support lead underwriter by gathering account information to rate, quote and bind policiesMaintain and manage account documentation and filesCommunicates with clients and internal departments to gather information, provide updates, and resolve issues and inquiriesRate new or renewal quotes as directed by underwriterMonitor various reports for consistencyProvide administrative support and other related services as needed (e.g., input account information into the system)Travel as needed