Underwriting Team Lead at AMERICAN FREEDOM INSURANCE

Mount Prospect, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Oct, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

10 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Underwriting, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Quality Control, Data Analysis, Workflow Monitoring, Problem Solving, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Organizational Skills, Spanish Bilingualism, Time Management

Industry

Insurance

Description

Description Do you enjoy helping people and solving problems? Are you looking for a workplace that values teamwork, growth, and exceptional customer care? American Freedom Insurance Company (AFIC) invites you to join our team! We're expanding in Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Texas. As an "A+" Superior-rated company by A.M. Best, we take pride in delivering industry-leading customer service in the nonstandard auto insurance market—and we’re looking for someone like you to help us continue driving forward! What You'll Do As an Underwriting Team Lead, you'll provide day-to-day guidance and support to the underwriting team while ensuring quality, efficiency, and exceptional service. Key Responsibilities: Review work for accuracy and ensure underwriting guidelines are consistently followed Monitor workflows and help prioritize daily assignments to meet service levels Collaborate with management to improve processes and increase operational efficiency Communicate professionally with agents, internal departments, and leadership Perform quality control reviews and resolve underwriting issues Utilize Microsoft Excel to track production, analyze data, and prepare reports Maintain accurate records while demonstrating exceptional attention to detail Requirements Previous insurance underwriting experience preferred Previous leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities High degree of professionalism, dependability, and accountability Bilingual Spanish/English preferred but not required. Bachelor's degree preferred Benefits: AFIC offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package to support you Competitive Salary: Rewarding your expertise and experience Financial Security: 401K with up to a 6% company match Health & Wellness: Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, HMO, or HSA plans, Dental and vision coverage, Access to telemedicine services Growth/Stability: Over 12 consecutive years of profitable growth, confirmed by A+ Superior rating by A.M. Best Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm CST plus rotating Saturdays Holidays: At Least 6 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO): PTO that can be used for vacation, personal, or sick time Personal Days: Separate personal days for sickness, family needs, appointments or personal matters Employee Recognition: We celebrate work milestones to show appreciation for your contributions Professional Growth: Paid training, state licensing reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement Positive Culture: Enjoy our inclusive holiday events, employee referral bonuses, virtual team meetings, and more

Responsibilities

Provide daily guidance and support to the underwriting team to ensure quality, efficiency, and adherence to guidelines. Responsibilities include monitoring workflows, performing quality control reviews, and utilizing Excel for production tracking and reporting.