Job title: Workers Comp Assistant Underwriter
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Insurance
Functional Expertise: Underwriting Assistant
Location: Irvine, CA
Job published: 09/24/2026
Job ID: 160746

Job Description

Workers Compensation Assistant Underwriter - CA & AZ

Job Summary

Seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Workers Compensation Assistant Underwriter to join a team. This role is a replacement position and offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic department of professionals. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Workers Compensation, the successful candidate will play a key role in quoting new and renewal business for workers' compensation accounts across a wide range of binding markets. This is a fully remote position available to candidates residing in California or Arizona.

Compensation Package

  • Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000 annually, based on experience.
  • Performance-Based Bonus: Eligible for additional compensation based on performance.
  • Remote Work: Fully remote position with company-provided equipment.
  • Competitive benefits package, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Quote new and renewal workers' compensation business across binding markets.
  • Manage accounts ranging in size from $1,000 to $100,000.
  • Collaborate with a team of underwriters to ensure timely and accurate processing of policies.
  • Maintain strong relationships with binding markets, leveraging access to over 25 markets.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
  • Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Licenses/Designations: Property & Casualty (P&C) license required.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years of high-volume binding market experience in workers' compensation.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in relevant software tools (details to be discussed during the interview process).
  • Soft Skills:
    • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
    • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
    • Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
    • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
    • Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
  • Location: Must reside in California or Arizona.

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