Underwriting Jobs in Birmingham, AL

An Underwriter in the insurance industry is responsible for assessing risk and eligibility of potential clients. They play a key role by examining insurance applications and determining whether to provide insurance, and under what terms. Insurance underwriters use software to help analyze information and make decisions. They are essentially the ones who decide if an insurance company should take on a potential policyholder and how much premium to charge for taking on risk. This decision is made based on the potential client's risk profile, which is evaluated using technical data and statistical models.

Important skills for an insurance Underwriter include analytical skills, decision-making abilities, attention to detail, and good judgment. They must be able to process complex information and make sound decisions. To increase their competency and credibility in the industry, Underwriters can pursue professional certifications such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Commercial Underwriting (ACU), or Associate in Personal Insurance (API). Prior to becoming an underwriter, individuals may have roles such as Insurance Agent, Claims Adjuster, or Risk Analyst. These roles provide valuable exposure and experience in the field of insurance which can be helpful in understanding the fundamentals of risk evaluation.

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Loss Sensitive - Large Construction

typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven...

assistants, and junior underwriters Knowledge Command of insurance finance and actuarial concepts Thorough knowledge of commercial insurance products, underwriting, risk selection, pricing and marketplaces...

E&S Business Development Underwriter

  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 2 days ago

The lines of coverage we underwrite include general liability, property, and excess liability....

Associate Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

Policy issuance and endorsement issuance within required timeframe Maintain accurate and timely status of accounts within systems throughout the underwriting life cycle....

Northfield Brokerage E&S, Senior Casualty Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

. + Excellent communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations with agents and brokers. + CPCU designation....

Underwriter IV - Community Development Banking

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago

Individuals must have 5+ years of underwriting experience. Non-profit, real estate banking, commercial, public finance, or investment real estate underwriting experience highly preferred....

Senior Hospital Production Underwriter - Medical Professional Liability

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 days ago

Experience in a production underwriting role, with specific broker territory and assignments. CPCU, RPLU, AIC or ARM highly desired....

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Senior Underwriter, Middle Market

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities: Manages and Underwrites a Middle Market book of business Analyzes agency book on quarter-to-quarter basis for potential action Expertly applies all applicable Underwriting guidelines...

CCL Renewal Underwriter

  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 10 days ago

/Abilities/Training/Systems Fundamental understanding of commercial credit underwriting....

Junior Mortgage Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 11 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 11 days ago

via the Scenario Desk and Mortgage Underwriting Inbox....

AVP, Underwriting Officer

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 days ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

CCL Renewal Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 days ago

/Abilities/Training/Systems Fundamental understanding of commercial credit underwriting....

E-trade Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 14 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 14 days ago

AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance in approximately 70 countries and jurisdictions....

SBA Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago

Job Description: At Regions, the SBA Underwriter provides underwriting support for the Regions SBA Portfolio....

Associate Underwriter - Commercial Lines Insurance

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 17 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 17 days ago

Outlook, Word and Excel) We are looking for people with: 1 or more years of prior insurance experience and/or related degree from an accredited four-year university Ability to earn a Property & Casualty...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Birmingham, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.8%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Birmingham, AL
None
40.0%
2-4 years
26.7%
1-2 years
20.0%
4-6 years
10.0%
6-8 years
3.3%


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