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Austin Melton

Dallas

Summary

Results-driven Underwriting Specialist with expertise in risk analysis, policy evaluation, and documentation review. Proven ability to enhance underwriting processes and develop client relationships that drive premium growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Underwriting Specialist

Zurich North America
2025.07 - Current
  • Analyzed risk factors to determine policy eligibility and underwriting decisions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance underwriting processes and guidelines.
  • Evaluated insurance applications for accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Developed and maintained underwriting documentation to support decision-making processes.
  • Identified opportunities for premium growth by cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders within targeted market segments.

Underwriter

Zurich North America
2022.05 - 2025.07
  • Met with customers, agents and brokers to negotiate coverage, price, and service delivery.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop innovative underwriting solutions.
  • Evaluated applications to determine insurance coverage and appropriate risk classifications.
  • Studied insurance industry changes, remaining up-to-date with latest trends and protocols.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction, providing detailed explanations on underwriting decisions and policy benefits.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

University of Arizona Global Campus
Tucson, AZ
05.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Mississippi
Oxford
05.2021

BBA - Business Administration

University of Mississippi
Oxford
05.2020

Skills

  • Underwriting guidelines
  • Documentation review
  • Credit analysis
  • Policy evaluation
  • Portfolio management
  • Industry trends
  • Client relationship building
  • Coverage determination
  • Risk management
  • Risk mitigation

Timeline

Underwriting Specialist

Zurich North America
2025.07 - Current

Underwriter

Zurich North America
2022.05 - 2025.07

MBA - Business Administration

University of Arizona Global Campus

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Mississippi

BBA - Business Administration

University of Mississippi