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Underwriter I (Hybrid)

Job Location(s) US-LA-Metairie
Job ID
2026-6460
Category
Underwriting

Overview

 

Underwriter I

 

Location: Metairie, LA — Hybrid (2 days in office per week after initial training)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (37.5 hours per week)

Salary Range: $20.50–$22.00 per hour (depending on experience)

 

Build Your Career With Purpose at CCMSI

 

At CCMSI, we partner with global clients to solve their most complex risk management challenges, delivering measurable results through advanced technology, collaborative problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to their success.

 

We don’t just process claims—we support people. As the largest privately-owned Third Party Administrator (TPA), CCMSI delivers customized claim solutions that help our clients protect their employees, assets, and reputations. We are a certified Great Place to Work®, and our employee-owners are empowered to grow, collaborate, and make meaningful contributions every day.

 

Job Summary

 

We are seeking an Underwriter I to evaluate new and renewal business, review policy documents, and ensure underwriting quality in alignment with carrier guidelines and program standards. In this role, you will analyze risk, support data integrity, assist with policy maintenance, and provide timely, accurate service to internal and external partners.

 

Training includes two weeks of hands‑on, followed by an additional six weeks of guided development, or longer based on individual progress or newly assigned accounts. After training is complete, this role moves to a hybrid model with two in‑office days per week.

 

As part of a collaborative team of six, you will contribute to underwriting accuracy, support operational goals, and help maintain strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

  1. Risk Assessment: Evaluate individual risks within your designated program to assess underwriting acceptability and quality.
  2. Policy Review: Review property and casualty insurance policies in CAST for compliance, accuracy, and adherence to program standards.
  3. Data Management: Enter and maintain accurate data in our policy management system, Visions, including policyholder records, FROI entries, and class code updates.
  4. Reporting: Compile and run reports for policy renewals, data validation, and performance metrics.
  5. Client Support: Respond to internal and external client inquiries with timely, accurate, and courteous service.
  6. Administrative Duties: Handle routine policy maintenance, including updates for names, addresses, job codes, and locations for clients.
  7. Team Collaboration: Demonstrate a commitment to team goals and contribute to achieving our organizational objectives.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Associate degree + two years of business experience, or a Bachelor’s degree
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word (non‑negotiable)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Mathematical aptitude and attention to detail
  • Organizational skills and ability to prioritize work in a fast‑paced environment
  • Ability to work effectively in a team setting
  • Professional demeanor with initiative, accuracy, and reliability
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

Nice to Have:

  • Prior insurance policy or underwriting experience
  • Familiarity with P&C insurance terminology or workflows
  • Experience using policy management systems
  • Data entry and reporting experience

Why You’ll Love Working Here

 

  • 4 weeks (Paid time off that accrues throughout the year in accordance with company policy) + 10 paid holidays in your first year
  • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
  • Retirement plans: 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Career growth: Internal training and advancement opportunities
  • Culture: A supportive, team-based work environment

 

How We Measure Success 

 

At CCMSI, underwriting excellence means accuracy, efficiency, and sound decision-making. For this Underwriter I role, success is measured by:

• Timely completion of assigned work — meeting daily and weekly deadlines
• Underwriting accuracy — precise data entry, risk evaluation, and policy review
• Compliance with guidelines — adherence to carrier requirements, program standards, and internal procedures
• Service quality — responsiveness and professionalism in supporting internal and external partners
• Team collaboration — contributing to shared goals and maintaining positive communication
• Cultural alignment — demonstrating ownership, integrity, and commitment to CCMSI values
 

Compensation & Compliance

 

The posted salary reflects CCMSI’s good-faith estimate in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications, experience, geographic location, and internal equity. This role may also qualify for bonuses or additional forms of pay.

CCMSI offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Paid time off accrues throughout the year in accordance with company policy, with paid holidays and eligibility for retirement programs in accordance with plan documents.

Visa Sponsorship: CCMSI does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
ADA Accommodations: CCMSI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer: CCMSI complies with all applicable employment laws, including pay transparency and fair chance hiring regulations.

Background checks, if required for the role, are conducted only after a conditional offer and in accordance with applicable fair chance hiring laws.

 

Our Core Values

 

At CCMSI, we believe in doing what’s right—for our clients, our coworkers, and ourselves. We look for team members who:

 

  • Lead with transparency We build trust by being open and listening intently in every interaction.
  • Perform with integrity We choose the right path, even when it is hard.
  • Chase excellence We set the bar high and measure our success. What gets measured gets done.
  • Own the outcome Every employee is an owner, treating every claim, every decision, and every result as our own.
  • Win together Our greatest victories come when our clients succeed. 

 

We don’t just work together—we grow together. If that sounds like your kind of workplace, we’d love to meet you.

 

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