Underwriting Jobs in Alabama

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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Senior Underwriter/ Account Executive Officer, Commercial Accounts

  • Travelers Companies
  • Hoover, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoover, AL
  • 2 days ago

Total account solutions include General Liability, Property, Automobile, Workers' Compensation, and Lead Umbrella....

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Business Banking Underwriter III

  • Huntington Bancshares Inc
  • Hoover, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Hoover, AL
  • 7 days ago

field Proven track record to support high levels of loan volume Ability to underwrite credit exposures in excess of $2.5MM Previous authority to underwrite and decision credits without additional signers...

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Underwriting Technician (Early Talent) - Medical Professional Liability

  • ProAssurance
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago

Understand and achieve productivity requirements to meet underwriting objectives....

Hybrid

Underwriter IV - Community Development Banking

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 11 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 11 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Real Estate underwriting experience PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance....

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Senior Underwriter, Energy

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 13 days ago

insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility that includes competence with all phases and aspects of the underwriting...

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Senior Multifamily Underwriter, Vice President

  • M&T Bank
  • Clanton, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Clanton, AL
  • 13 days ago

Overview: Responsible for due diligence and direct underwriting specializing in Agency Conventional Underwriting....

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Underwriter

  • Berkley
  • Homewood, AL
  • 14 days ago
  • Homewood, AL
  • 14 days ago

Responsibilities We are looking for an enthusiastic Underwriting Professional who thrives on a collaborative, relationship driven underwriting approach to join our team....

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Executive Underwriter, Energy/Power Generation

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago

in dealing with internal and external stakeholders Must demonstrate comprehension of most complex technical underwriting issues and be capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and...

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Associate Underwriter

  • 200 CRC Insurance Svcs LLC
  • AL
  • 16 days ago
  • AL
  • 16 days ago

Provide necessary instruction to Underwriting Assistants and Technical Assistants. 10. Maintain necessary licenses to produce business....

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Insurance Analyst

  • Infirmary Health
  • Daphne, AL
  • 18 days ago
  • Daphne, AL
  • 18 days ago

Insurance Analyst Infirmary Health - 3.3 Daphne, AL Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Typing Full Job Description Overview: Qualifications: Minimum...

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Territory Underwriting Manager

  • Berkley
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 19 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 19 days ago

Responsibilities We are looking for an enthusiastic Territory Underwriter who thrives on a collaborative, relationship driven underwriting approach to join our team....

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Insurance Analyst

  • Cardiology Associates
  • Mobile, AL
  • 19 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 19 days ago

Location: Providence Office 6701 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608 Our busy cardiology practice is seeking an experienced Insurance Analyst to join our team in Mobile, Alabama. The ideal candidate...

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Property Underwriter

  • Ryan Specialty Group
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 21 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 21 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Underwrite new and renewal property business, reviewing policy forms, broker endorsement requests, and supporting documentation in accordance with company underwriting guidelines...

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CLU Senior Credit Underwriting Officer

  • Renasant Corp
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Experience or 10 years of Commercial Lending experience Experience in underwriting commercial construction, C&I, and CRE type loans experience Experience in underwriting one or more specialty type...

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Senior Underwriter, Middle Market Multi-Industry

  • Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 30+ days ago

to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility that includes competence with all phases and aspects of the underwriting process, and proficiency in the use of qualitative and...

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Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Alabama

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Alabama
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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