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Underwriting Trainee Job Interview

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Description:  Learn underwriting practices by participating in formal and on-the-job training:

• Reviews insurance applications and documentation to determine if the applicant is an acceptable risk in accordance with company guidelines and standards.
• Recommends appropriate premiums and coverage for risks after complete analysis and consideration of applicant documentation, business factors and competitive situations.
• Prepares written communications on adverse underwriting decisions, proposals, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations.
• Updates the underwriting systems with information relative to the underwriting analysis, requirements, status and final decision. 
• Carries out responsibilities consistently, dependably and accurately. 
• Makes field visits to Agent and Broker offices; accompanies Risk Control on visits to insureds or prospective insureds to better understand risk control assessments relating to risk exposure and control. 
• Work with Claim personnel on issues relating to specific claims, and other topics concerning the insurability of prospective risks and continued insurability of current insureds 

Candidates should have:

• Desire to develop knowledge and understanding of underwriting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop positive business relationships 
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve issues as well as the ability to learn rapidly and adapt quickly to change
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business related software

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Practice Interview

1. Tell us about a situation where you resolved a conflict with another team member. 
2. Are you a leader or a follower?  What makes you a good leader or follower?
3. Name three things that college has taught you that can be directly applied to this position.
4. Give me an example in which you have influenced someone to do something they would not otherwise have done.
5. Have you ever influenced anyone in sales?  Tell me about it.
6. What do you know about our company?
7. Do you pay attention to detail? Give me an example.
8. Do you get bored doing the same work over and over again?
9. Would you be willing to take a drug test?
10. Describe the types of people try your patience?
11. Are you good in multitasking? Give me an example.
12. Under what circumstances would you make a decision beyond your authority?
13. Name three things that motivate you?
14. Why did you choose your major?