Marketing Intern

Who We Are: 

Covala Group (part of NFP, an Aon company) is a proven enroller and administrator of voluntary, supplemental and individual disability benefits for large employers. Since 1993 we have connected employees of our clients to over $4.5 billion of income protection.  We have also assisted Fortune 500 companies in the development and implementation of group life insurance, corporate owned life insurance, and long-term care programs.  Our name, Covala, was inspired by the covalent bond, the strongest type of chemical bond there is. Covala embodies our dedication to forming powerful bonds with our clients and plan participants — connecting them to the benefits they need and the service they deserve.

 

SUMMARY:

Work with the company’s underwriting team to prepare quotations for new and renewal customers, including data entry, preliminary rating, issuance of written proposals, invoicing, and more. Strong emphasis on customer service, ensuring that proposals are sent timely, information is gathered, collected and conveyed accurately, and that all functions are executed in accordance with the company’s delegated underwriting authority. Work closely with all departments in the office, including loss control, accounting, and IT to ensure all transactions are carried out efficiently and correctly. Contribute to the overall success of the underwriting department. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Provide day-to-day support to the various Underwriter(s)
• Communicate effectively with the underwriting team and all support areas in order to meet the insurance needs of the company’s customers
• Issue policies
• Process endorsements
• Assist in underwriting of renewals and new business within letter of authority and UW guidelines
• Loss Control – order loss control surveys and review/document inspections and adherence to any recommendations
• Other duties as assigned

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Knowledge of commercial insurance forms, process, and procedures
• Preferred working knowledge of:
• MGA Systems (IMS & NETRATE)
• ODEN
• ISO Net or ISO Familiarity
• MVR Ordering
• Any equivalent application or programs related to all of the above
• Detail oriented
• Self-directed, strong organizational skills
• A great communicator, both in written and verbal form

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 N/A

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in commercial property and casualty insurance
• Bachelor’s Degree a plus

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION:

 N/A

 

What We Offer:

We’re proud to offer a competitive salary, PTO & paid holidays, 401(k) with match, exclusive discount programs, health & wellness programs, and more. Our PeopleFirst culture focuses on building and nurturing lifelong relationships with our employees because, at the end of the day, we exist to be there for others. The base salary range for this position is $18.00 – $25.00 an hour. The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location. Actual base salary offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

 

NFP and You… Better Together!

NFP and Covala Group is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.