Manisha S. Nayee
Chicago
Summary
Underwriter with broad experience in assessing risk, policy analysis, and making informed decisions within the insurance industry. Demonstrate strong analytical skills, sound judgement and attention to detail. Proven track record in risk assessment and premium pricing, enhancing underwriting efficiency, resulting in increased accuracy. Strong collaborator, adept at building client relationships, and driving team success. Committed to data privacy and problem-solving, ensuring optimal outcomes in 'niche' and high-stakes environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Underwriter
Argo
Chicago
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Evaluated insurance applications for risk and compliance with company guidelines.
- Collaborated with agents to clarify policy details and necessary information.
- Maintained comprehensive records of underwriting activities and decisions for audit and review purposes.
- Determined level of acceptable risk by reviewing applications for coverage and loss control reports.
- Underwrote renewals by reviewing premium history, claims history and company financial condition to determine action.
- Ensured timely submission of all documents needed for closing transactions.
- Performed premium pricing analysis on programs using internal raters and equations.
Administrative Office Coordinator
Argo
Chicago
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed schedules and appointments for executive team members effectively.
- Organized company events and meetings, enhancing employee engagement initiatives.
- Assisted in budget tracking and expense reporting for departmental projects.
- Developed training materials for new hires, supporting onboarding processes.
- Communicated with vendors to negotiate contracts and service agreements efficiently.
- Maintained organized filing system for confidential documents such as contracts and client records.
Legal Assistant
The Wilkes Firm
Valdosta
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated closely with other office administrations across the Southern Judicial District. Including prosecutorial teams, several surrounding counties, clerks, courts, judgeships, attorneys', paralegals, etc.
- Reviewed and drafted legal documentation for trial preparation, hearings, and depositions alike. Ensuring accuracy and compliance, resulting in smoother case proceedings.
- Implemented efficient filing systems, exponentially reducing comprehensive case-to-trial procedural time.
- Opening, sorting, and processing USPS certified, UPS, and all other postal mailings.
- Consistent proofreading sessions for legal documents, discovery, and motions proceeding. Maintained up-to-date client records, ensuring data accuracy, and particular confidentiality.
- Introduced digital tools for document management, improving accessibility, and reducing paper usage. Streamlined client intake process, enhancing efficiency and client relations.
D.A Legal Support Staff
District Attorney Office
Valdosta
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed complex felony caseloads, drafted critical legal documents, and represented the State in hearings and trials, ensuring thorough case preparation.
- Fostered strong partnerships with law enforcement agencies and diverse communities, enhancing cross-functional cooperation in the Southern Judicial District.
- Streamlined avenues of communication between the people of the State of Georgia and our governed resources, geared toward rehabilitation.
- Developed creative solutions for challenging legal motions, petitions, and pro se cases, improving efficiency in court proceedings and case resolutions.
- Provided empathetic support to victims and witnesses, ensuring their comfort and understanding throughout legal processes and testimonies.
- Streamlined case management processes significantly reduce backlog and improve overall efficiency in the District Attorney's Office.
- Managed complex felony caseloads, drafted critical legal documents, and represented the State in hearings and trials, ensuring thorough case preparation.
Turf - Voter Coordinator
Georgia Victory Outreach
Georgia
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed volunteer recruitment, built canvassing teams, and managed voter initiatives, achieving top-tier success rates in fostering supportive environments.
- Forged partnerships with third-party campaigns, including The New Georgia Project (NGA), Justice Impacted Voter Engagement (JIVE), and the Movement Voter Project (MVP) to further amplify voter engagement efforts across diverse communities.
- Devised targeted strategies to boost voter turnout across varied demographics, enhancing community representation in the electoral process.
- Monitored weekly performance metrics, voter data, and budgets, ensuring strict compliance with HR, legal, and political standards.
- Attended weekly zoom meetings with leadership and board members regarding Georgia Victory and Bi-Partisan Georgia Outreach.
- Coordinated events and projects internally and externally, ensuring smooth operations and client satisfaction.
- Directed volunteer recruitment, built canvassing teams, and managed voter initiatives, achieving top-tier success rates in fostering supportive environments.
Executive Director
NaMaru
Stuart
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Streamlined administrative processes, reducing task completion time, and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to align organizational goals with community needs.
- Mentored staff members, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts to secure resources for ongoing programs and initiatives.
Education
Political Science -
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Georgia05.2023
International Relations - legal studies
Florida State University
Florida08-2019
Skills
- Data privacy
- Policy analysis and management
- Legal research
- Team collaboration
- Compliance analysis
- Underwriting guidelines
- Premium pricing
- Client relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Hobbies and Interests
As a Florida native, I love nature and find that my best self is expressed in such. Whether that be the nature of earth or within the complexities of my career and social interactions. I take pride in the places I have traveled, and its influence in my work. I am eager to maintain growth in this field and cultivate long-term connectivity.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Environmental Underwriter
Argo
03.2025 - 11.2025
Administrative Office Coordinator
Argo
11.2024 - 03.2025
Legal Assistant
The Wilkes Firm
05.2023 - 06.2024
D.A Legal Support Staff
District Attorney Office
10.2022 - 05.2023
Turf - Voter Coordinator
Georgia Victory Outreach
08.2022 - 01.2023
Executive Director
NaMaru
07.2019 - 07.2021
Political Science -
Valdosta State University
International Relations - legal studies
Florida State University