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Insurance roles in underwriting, actuarial analysis, and claims management qualify as H-1B specialty occupations when they require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Large carriers, reinsurers, and specialty insurers regularly file LCAs and sponsor H-1B petitions for qualified international professionals.
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Join our Amwins Access team in Jacksonville as an Associate Underwriter! This is a full time, in office position in our Jacksonville, FL office.
ABOUT THE JOB
At Amwins, we succeed together — and have a good time doing it. We know people don't leave companies. They leave cultures — which is why we work so hard on ours. At Amwins, we thrive on collaboration, not cutthroat competition. Our teams work together to help each other succeed, and we do right by our clients so they can do right by theirs.
First and foremost, we invest in our employees. That investment shows in everything we do; education and development programs, comprehensive and competitive benefits, and an organizational structure that's 43% owned by employee shareholders.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion helps cultivate an open, welcoming workplace that reflects the communities we serve. You will have the opportunity to volunteer within Amwins through a wide range of committees and in your community through the Amwins Foundation and Summer of Service.
Working at Amwins means you love what you do, how you do it and, ultimately, who you do it with. Whether it's today or 150 years from now, we continue to invest in our culture and your development so opportunities for growth and career advancement are never in short supply.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 year experience as support staff in an office environment or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university
- Prior insurance experience is a plus!
- 2-20 Property and Casualty License required or to be obtained within 90 days of hire
- Eagerness to learn and grow as a team!
- Effective communication skills, verbal and in written
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Excellent computer skills including Microsoft 365 proficiency
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Each Associate Underwriter provides vital team functions:
- Review submission information required to issue new or renewal quotes
- Rate and prepare new or renewal quotes as directed by Underwriter
- Review and handle inspection recommendations and discrepancies
- Monitor various reports for consistency
- Potential for policy issuance and endorsement processing, including audits
- Assist in accounting procedures such as invoicing
- Data entry into multiple internet based systems
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Snapshot of what Amwins provides to our team members:
- Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience
- Annual bonus potential
- Broad benefits package available
- Most benefits available first day of employment
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc
- Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Travel Reimbursement for healthcare, Retail Discount Program, Scholarships for dependents of Amwins employees, etc.
- Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Schedule
- Collaborative, continuing education focused work environment
- Career advancement opportunities
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
INTRODUCTION
Join our Amwins Access team in Jacksonville as an Associate Underwriter! This is a full time, in office position in our Jacksonville, FL office.
ABOUT THE JOB
At Amwins, we succeed together — and have a good time doing it. We know people don't leave companies. They leave cultures — which is why we work so hard on ours. At Amwins, we thrive on collaboration, not cutthroat competition. Our teams work together to help each other succeed, and we do right by our clients so they can do right by theirs.
First and foremost, we invest in our employees. That investment shows in everything we do; education and development programs, comprehensive and competitive benefits, and an organizational structure that's 43% owned by employee shareholders.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion helps cultivate an open, welcoming workplace that reflects the communities we serve. You will have the opportunity to volunteer within Amwins through a wide range of committees and in your community through the Amwins Foundation and Summer of Service.
Working at Amwins means you love what you do, how you do it and, ultimately, who you do it with. Whether it's today or 150 years from now, we continue to invest in our culture and your development so opportunities for growth and career advancement are never in short supply.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 year experience as support staff in an office environment or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university
- Prior insurance experience is a plus!
- 2-20 Property and Casualty License required or to be obtained within 90 days of hire
- Eagerness to learn and grow as a team!
- Effective communication skills, verbal and in written
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Excellent computer skills including Microsoft 365 proficiency
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Each Associate Underwriter provides vital team functions:
- Review submission information required to issue new or renewal quotes
- Rate and prepare new or renewal quotes as directed by Underwriter
- Review and handle inspection recommendations and discrepancies
- Monitor various reports for consistency
- Potential for policy issuance and endorsement processing, including audits
- Assist in accounting procedures such as invoicing
- Data entry into multiple internet based systems
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Snapshot of what Amwins provides to our team members:
- Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience
- Annual bonus potential
- Broad benefits package available
- Most benefits available first day of employment
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc
- Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Travel Reimbursement for healthcare, Retail Discount Program, Scholarships for dependents of Amwins employees, etc.
- Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Schedule
- Collaborative, continuing education focused work environment
- Career advancement opportunities
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Insurance
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Insurance job titles vary widely in how USCIS evaluates them. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific role to confirm the minimum education requirement is a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, not a general business degree.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your specific SOC code and metro area before any offer conversation starts.
Target carriers with dedicated immigration programs
Use Migrate Mate to filter Insurance employers by LCA filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated H-1B sponsorship for roles like yours, not pitching the process cold to HR.
Clarify actuarial exam status with your employer
If you're mid-way through the CAS or SOA exam track, be explicit in your offer negotiations about which exams you've passed. Some employers treat exam progress as a factor when deciding whether to initiate H-1B sponsorship.
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Find Insurance JobsInsurance H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Insurance roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Most Insurance roles in actuarial science, underwriting, risk analysis, and financial modeling qualify because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Claims adjuster and general agent roles are harder to qualify if the employer's job description accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field. USCIS evaluates the specific duties, not just the job title.
Which employers in Insurance sponsor H-1B visas most often?
Large national carriers, reinsurance firms, and specialty lines insurers are the most consistent H-1B sponsors in the insurance sector because they have in-house immigration counsel and structured sponsorship processes. Smaller regional carriers and independent agencies sponsor far less frequently. You can find employers with active LCA filing history for Insurance roles on Migrate Mate, filtered by occupation and location.
How does the LCA process work for Insurance jobs?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. The LCA certifies that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your occupation and work location, and that hiring you won't adversely affect working conditions for U.S. workers. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days.
Can I switch Insurance employers while on H-1B?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new Insurance employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer must file a new LCA and I-129 petition. Confirm the new role still meets specialty occupation requirements before making the move.
What happens to my H-1B if I'm laid off from an Insurance company?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new employer, file for a change of status, or make arrangements to depart. Your former employer is required to offer to pay for your return transportation home. Start conversations with new Insurance employers immediately because the 60-day window runs from your last day of employment, not from when your petition expires.
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