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Underwriting Assistant

Underwriting Assistant

Honeycomb InsuranceChicago, IL, United States
12 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

At Honeycomb, we're not just building technology , we're reshaping the future of insurance.

In 2025, Honeycomb was ranked by Newsweek as one of "America's Greatest Startup Workplaces," and Calcalist named it as a "Top 50 Israel startup."

How did we earn these honors?

Honeycomb is a rapidly growing global startup, generously backed by top-tier investors and powered by an exceptional team of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers. Dual-headquartered in Chicago and Tel Aviv (R&D center), and with 5 offices across the U.S., we are reinventing the commercial real estate insurance industry, an industry long overdue for disruption. Just as importantly, we ensure every employee feels deeply connected to our mission and one another.

With over $55 B in insured assets, Honeycomb operates across 18 major states, covering 60% of the U.S. population and increasing its coverage.

If you're looking for a place where innovation is celebrated, culture actually means something, and smart people challenge you to be better every day - Honeycomb might be exactly what you've been looking for.

What You'll Do

Next-generation risk assessment - deinvesting away from binary underwriting and revisioning risk selection utilizing mega data, AI and curiosity. Modernized underwriting using cutting edge technology in addition to underwriting experience to accurately and quickly assess risk, price and bespoke coverage / terms. Responsible for profitable growth and managing a book of business. Honeycomb offers an environment of personal and career growth to achieve your best self. This is accomplished through mentorship, engaging project assignments, personalized training and exposure opportunities to expand your network and sphere of influence.

The Underwriting Assistant supports the underwriting team by handling essential administrative and operational tasks throughout the underwriting process. This role is critical in ensuring the timely, accurate, and efficient handling of new business submissions, endorsements, renewals, and related underwriting activities. The Associate of Underwriting plays a key part in maintaining service standards, managing workflows, and contributing to the overall success of the underwriting department.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Assist underwriters in reviewing and processing new business submissions, endorsements, and renewals.
  • Communicate with agents and brokers to obtain missing information when needed.
  • Monitor and prioritize incoming underwriting requests, referrals, and service tickets.
  • Help coordinate inspections, evaluations, and third-party reports as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with internal underwriting rules and regulatory guidelines.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the underwriting operations.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
  • 1-3 years of insurance experience, preferably in underwriting support or operations.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to learn underwriting principles and pursue professional development.
  • Must live in Chicago and be able to work hybrid 3 days a week (Tues - Thurs) out of our office in the Chicago Board of Trade
  • Preferred Skills :

    Familiarity with property and casualty insurance products.

  • Customer service experience in a professional environment.
  • Interest in pursuing insurance designations such as AINS, CPCU, or AU.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Benefits & Compensation :

  • Salary range : $50,000 to $60,000. The specific offer will depend on an applicant's skills and relevant experience.
  • ISO stock options
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • HSA with company contributions
  • 401(k) (non-matching)
  • Flexible time off
  • 10 company-paid holidays
  • Paid family leave
  • Catered team lunch every Tuesday
  • Monthly team events
  • Free onsite gym membership
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