Underwriting Assistant Jobs in New Jersey
Underwriting Assistant jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in Newark, Parsippany, and Iselin, where major insurers and financial services firms anchor some of the most active hiring markets on the East Coast. Employers with long-standing New Jersey operations, including Prudential, Chubb, and Selective Insurance, regularly bring on underwriting assistants across commercial lines, property and casualty, and specialty risk. Openings range from entry-level support roles to experienced positions working alongside senior underwriters on complex accounts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Senior Underwriting Assistant is an individual contributor within the Underwriting Support Unit of the unit’s field operations. This role assists the underwriters by screening risk offerings and with pre and post-binding processes. The role also performs services including problem-solving or research projects requiring broad insurance and/or procedural knowledge and works under direct supervision. This role will work on our AIG Captives business line.
In addition to the traditional UA duties, this role will:
- Support regional UA Manager in overseeing all daily business activities and act as the first point of call for all UAs in the region
- Review new submissions against prescribed criteria to determine if risk qualifies for LOB risk appetite. Triages submission for missing information and follows up with the broker for outstanding items.
- Performs a comparison of renewal submission information against prior year information and documents differences for underwriting (i.e. – large exposure change, new entities or sold entities, change in operations, significant change in loss history, etc.).
- Renewals - prior to policy expiration, reviews policies for manuscript endorsements and initiates the manuscript endorsement approval process on behalf of underwriting.
- Issues policies, endorsements, and cancellations; prepares policy writing instructions and premium billings, and processes individual policy filings.
- Completes loss rating and develops initial pricing, basic coverage structuring, quotation, and binder packages on behalf of the underwriter.
- Possess an in-depth understanding of coverages and program structures, as well as internal policy coding systems to ensure account completeness.
- Designated as the first point of contact for brokers.
- Assists the underwriter in the preparation of business, and metric reports; assists in the review of procedures to resolve issues.
- Trains and provides oversight of less experienced support staff.
- Participates in projects as required.
- Establish effective relationships with internal and external customers.
- Performs quality control of all work returned from Shared Services (i.e. – manual rating, policies, endorsements, etc.).
- Performs quality control of premium audit statements prior to underwriting review; documents discrepancies and work with the premium auditor for resolution.
- Performs quality control of adjustments prior to underwriting review; documents discrepancies and works with CS adjustment team for resolution.
- Attend broker or client meetings as requested by underwriting
Job Requirements:
- Knowledge of commercial insurance policy forms and regulatory requirements; Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
- 3+ years of commercial insurance experience.
- Prioritizing – able to navigate and switch between multiple proprietary, vendor, web-based, and standard computer systems.
- Microsoft Office – proficiency in Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
- Learning Agility – willingness to learn from experiences and new situations.
- Client Servicing – ability to anticipate client (internal and external) needs and act proactively.
- Problem Solving – identify problems and solutions matched to the appropriate solutions.
- Attention to Detail – demonstrate attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation is maintained.
- Leadership Skills – ability to mentor peers in the team
For positions based in Illinois, the base salary range is $59,000 - $68,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. For positions based in New Jersey, the base salary range is $60,000 - $68,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: 2026 Benefits Overview Your actual compensation will be dependent on your skills, experience, and qualifications.
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The qualifications that appear most often in underwriting assistant jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field preferred by most employers
- Proficiency in underwriting software platforms and policy management systems required
- One or more years of experience in insurance operations or underwriting support preferred
- Strong attention to detail when reviewing policy documents, applications, and endorsements
- Familiarity with commercial lines, property and casualty, or specialty insurance products
- Progress toward an industry designation such as CPCU or AU is considered a strong asset
Underwriting Assistant Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a underwriting assistant in New Jersey?
Most underwriting assistants in New Jersey enter the field with a bachelor's degree in business, finance, risk management, or a related area. New Jersey does not require a state license for underwriting support roles, but many employers expect familiarity with insurance operations and encourage candidates to pursue designations through The Institutes, such as the Associate in Underwriting. Starting in an insurance operations or claims support role at a New Jersey carrier is a common path in.
Which companies hire underwriting assistants in New Jersey?
New Jersey underwriting assistant roles are posted by Jencap, Crum & Forster, and AIG and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of insurance carriers and financial services firms in the Newark and Parsippany corridors makes it one of the more active states for underwriting support hiring year-round.
Which New Jersey cities have the most underwriting assistant jobs?
Red Bank, Morristown, and Warren account for the most underwriting assistant openings in New Jersey. Newark drives volume as the state's primary commercial and financial hub, while Parsippany and Iselin attract significant hiring because large insurers like Prudential, Chubb, and Selective Insurance maintain major operations in those suburban corridors, pulling regional underwriting teams with them.
Are there remote underwriting assistant jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, and they are more common than in many fields given the desk-based, document-driven nature of underwriting support work. About 100% of underwriting assistant openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the flexibility many carriers now offer their support staff. Policy review, data entry, and system processing tasks are the functions most likely to be performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a underwriting assistant in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for insurance operations coordinator or policy service representative roles at New Jersey carriers, which share core skills with underwriting support and frequently lead to internal moves into underwriting assistant positions. Large employers with operations in Newark and Parsippany often hire into rotational or training programs designed for recent graduates. Earning an introductory designation through The Institutes while in an adjacent role signals commitment and gives candidates a clear edge in the New Jersey market.
Where can I find and apply to underwriting assistant jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to underwriting assistant jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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