Underwriting Operations Associate

Position Summary

The Underwriting Operations Associate provides technical underwriting support involving rating, policy issuance, and endorsement processing for routine to moderately complex transactions. This role partners closely with underwriters and agents to ensure accurate policy administration, timely processing, and compliance with underwriting guidelines and procedures.

What will your job entail?

Key Responsibilities

• Provide rating, policy issuance, and technical support for underwriting transactions
• Review credit information and identify additional documentation required for processing
• Respond to agent inquiries regarding risk eligibility, underwriting guidelines, and policy requirements
• Process and issue mid‑term premium and non‑premium endorsements
• Support primary lead processing and assist with administrative underwriting tasks
• Ensure accurate and complete collection of customer financial and underwriting information
• Analyze customer operations and financial data to assess creditworthiness
• Participate in transaction due diligence and support credit approval processes
• Collaborate with managers and internal teams on integrated underwriting strategies and system development initiatives
• Conduct field research related to prospective investments and underwriting activity
• Maintain a strong understanding of underwriting procedures, concepts, and policy compliance standards

Work Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Risk Management, Business, or a related discipline
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered
• Minimum of 6 months of related experience in underwriting, insurance operations, or a similar role

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

How We Support Our Teammates

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

The target salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at

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The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.