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Assistant Underwriter - June 2026 Trainee
Company : Nautilus Insurance Company
Location : Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Company Details
At Nautilus Insurance Group, we’re committed to developing talent and shaping the future of the insurance industry.
For more than 35 years, Nautilus Insurance Group has been an elite Excess and Surplus Lines market offering commercial property and casualty insurance solutions to appointed wholesale surplus lines producers countrywide. Nautilus is a member of W. R. Berkley Corporation, whose member insurance companies are rated A+ (Superior), Financial Size Category XV by A.M. Best Company.
In July 2025, we were voted one of Arizona’s Top Companies to Work for in Arizona by Arizona Capitol Times, Best Companies Group, and BestCompaniesAZ.
Responsibilities
Nautilus Insurance Group is seeking motivated candidates for our June 2026 EDGE program. As an Assistant Underwriter Trainee, you are a new graduate who is driven and has a foundation in insurance, risk management, or general business. Our extensive, six-month program offers classroom and practical instruction for candidates pursuing a career in property and casualty underwriting.
This unique opportunity is dedicated just for you to learn about insurance and the art of
underwriting.
- General insurance industry knowledge
- All aspects of commercial lines of business
- Important job functions of an Assistant Underwriter
Training includes formal classroom and on-the-job training, as well as specific project work, field trips, and mentorship with highly skilled members of our underwriting teams. Through this training, you will learn to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills as you manage work items. You will gain a strong understanding of the core concepts of insurance and risk management and build valuable connections with industry leaders and fellow trainees. While in the EDGE Program, participants attain the Associate in Insurance (AINS) designation from The Institutes. We recognize the importance of formal designations to build credibility early in your career and allocate weekly study time and reviews to prepare for the test.
Trainees who successfully complete the program are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to excel as an Assistant Underwriter and transition out of training to actively handle work items with their underwriting team. The EDGE program takes place in our Scottsdale, Arizona, office and starts in June 2026. Scottsdale is a vibrant location rich in culture, food experiences, and beautiful scenic places to explore. Relocation assistance is available.
In the first 6 months, the Assistant Underwriter Trainee will:
- Attend all EDGE classes and events. Complete homework assignments and projects.
- Receive a passing grade (80% or higher) on all exams and quizzes.
- Completed work assignments – under the supervision of their manager
The Assistant Underwriter Role (second six months)
- Assesses and acts on new and renewal accounts to:
- Determine underwriting acceptability
- Determine proper policy issuance
- Provides administrative support by preparing and compiling reports
Qualifications
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Risk Management, Business, or related fields
- A strong academic record and passion for the insurance industry
- Strong working knowledge in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Basic mathematical skills
- Strong reasoning ability, including defining and solving problems, drawing conclusions, interpreting data, and making connections
- Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills
Additional Company Details
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. Salary: $62,000.00 (hourly position)Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
Glen Allen, VA
Frequently asked questions
This trainee role immerses candidates in both classroom and hands-on learning focused on property and casualty underwriting. The six-month program covers commercial insurance lines, risk management fundamentals, and practical tasks, equipping new graduates with essential skills to thrive in underwriting within a vibrant Scottsdale environment.
Candidates holding associate or bachelor's degrees in insurance, risk management, business, or related fields tend to excel. A strong academic record combined with analytical thinking and communication skills aligns well with the structured training and complex decision-making involved in underwriting.
Upon completing training, assistants transition to evaluating new and renewal accounts for underwriting acceptability and policy issuance. They also support administrative duties such as preparing reports, enabling them to contribute directly to Nautilus Insurance's commercial underwriting operations.
Nautilus emphasizes mentorship and hands-on projects within a collaborative team environment, focusing on developing future underwriting professionals. Their EDGE program integrates formal education with real-world application, reflecting the company’s commitment to workforce development and industry excellence.
Through structured learning, mentorship, and earning the Associate in Insurance designation, the program accelerates skill acquisition and industry credibility. This foundation helps trainees seamlessly integrate into underwriting teams, boosting long-term career prospects within Nautilus and the broader insurance market.
Scottsdale's growing insurance sector creates steady demand for entry-level underwriting talent, but competition remains moderate due to specialized training requirements. Nautilus’s reputation and comprehensive EDGE program offer a distinct advantage for applicants targeting local underwriting careers.
While not mandatory initially, obtaining the Associate in Insurance (AINS) designation is highly regarded in Scottsdale's insurance community. Nautilus supports this credential during training, aligning with regional industry standards that favor formal insurance education for underwriting professionals.
This position offers an hourly wage equivalent to an annual salary of approximately $62,000. This compensation reflects Scottsdale’s market rates for entry-level underwriting roles and aligns with Nautilus Insurance’s commitment to competitive pay within the insurance sector.
Proficiency in Windows-based applications like Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is crucial. These tools support daily underwriting tasks, data analysis, and communication, forming the operational backbone for trainees managing commercial insurance workflows.
By combining classroom instruction, practical projects, and mentorship, Nautilus bridges academic knowledge with real-world underwriting challenges. This approach cultivates critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enabling new graduates to confidently handle underwriting responsibilities upon program completion.