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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
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Annamaria Sataraka

Seattle,WA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Lines Insurance Assistant

Crum & Forster
MARYSVILLE, WA
01.2024 - 07.2024

Due to a system upgrade and backlog, assigned by Director of Operations to assist the department in processing Dwelling & Homeowners policies.

  • Performed data entry tasks related to customer accounts and transactions.
  • Participated in training sessions aimed at enhancing knowledge line of business
  • Transcribed data to worksheets and entered data into computer to prepare documents and adjust accounts.
  • Analyzed existing policies to determine whether they are still meeting current needs of clients.

Commercial Insurance Senior Rater

Crum & Forster
Honolulu, HI
03.1995 - 07.2024
  • Established effective working relationships with co-workers across departments.
  • Provided feedback and explanations for rating decisions to Director of Operations
  • Performed quality assurance checks on completed ratings tasks
  • Identified potential errors or discrepancies in rating data sets
  • Collaborated with colleagues to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and standards.
  • Assisted in designing new procedures for collecting and interpreting rating information.
  • Ensured that all rating activities were conducted ethically and professionally.
  • Conducted extensive research on the subject matter to be rated.
  • Provided technical support when needed during the course of a ratings project.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current filings within the field of ratings assessment
  • Report to director/management on potential areas of improvement related to rating activities.
  • Executed routine tests on equipment according to company procedures.
  • Recorded and documented test results to compare to expected results.
  • Investigated software issues reported by users to replicate conditions and document findings for development teams.
  • Trainer and mentorship to upcoming junior raters
  • assist accounting department on transactions issues
  • assist underwriter on rating question
  • assigned to assist out of state regions within company, to assist with any Hawaii filings or assist with rating Hawaii insurance policies
  • Assist Auditors regarding rating/premium results.
  • assist audit clerk for policy processing
  • Submit report on automobile statistical data to Home Office
  • Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
  • Performed regression testing on new software releases to ensure existing functionality remained unaffected.

INSURANCE TYPIST

Transamerica Insurance Company
Honolulu, HI
08.1991 - 03.1995
  • Organized files according to established procedures.
  • Reviewed existing documents for accuracy before archiving them electronically or physically.
  • Analyzed areas for enhancement and executed corresponding modifications.
  • Entered data into computer systems accurately and quickly.
  • Operated a variety of office machines such as computers, copiers, scanners and faxes.
  • Provided administrative support to departments within the organization.
  • Maintained an inventory of office supplies and requested replenishment when necessary.
  • Performed data entry duties efficiently while maintaining confidentiality of information.
  • Typed and formatted letters, memos, reports, statements, forms and other documents from rough drafts or corrected copy using typewriter or computer.
  • Proofread material for accuracy in spelling, grammar and punctuation.
  • Developed efficient filing systems for easy retrieval of documents.
  • Converted paper documents into digital files and added documents into database systems.
  • Utilized fax machines, copiers and scanners to upload and send documents.
  • Typed finished documents from rough drafts and dictation.
  • Proofread documents and corrected errors in grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Typing speed 98 words a minute

Education

High School Diploma -

McKinley High School
Honolulu, HI
06-1989

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Brigham Young University - Hawaii
La'ie, HI

Skills

  • Insurance knowledge
  • Policy administration
  • Policy analysis
  • Document Management
  • New Policies Processing
  • Data Entry
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Task Prioritization
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Policy Review
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Insurance Coverage Verification
  • Organizing and Prioritizing Work
  • Analytical Skills
  • Self Motivation

Affiliations

  • Volleyball since high school, represented company in the Insurance Volleyball League
  • Basketball
  • Swimming
  • Church choir conductor from age 13 until job relocation to Washington State, at the age of 50

Accomplishments

Large account bid, first to quote policy with 250 vehicles, will be allowed to write policy. Regional VP advised Directors of Operations to seek individual that is reliable & quick. I was selected and given a time frame of 3 days, I exceeded the expectation and was able to quote policy within 2 hours. Several large accounts were quoted by me and currently company maintained policy, throughout the years.

Certification

  • Completed INS 21 & 22

Languages

English
Professional
Samoan
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Personal Lines Insurance Assistant

Crum & Forster
01.2024 - 07.2024

Commercial Insurance Senior Rater

Crum & Forster
03.1995 - 07.2024

INSURANCE TYPIST

Transamerica Insurance Company
08.1991 - 03.1995

High School Diploma -

McKinley High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Brigham Young University - Hawaii
Annamaria Sataraka