Underwriting Jobs in Youngtown, AZ

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

Surety Underwriter

Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge surety underwriting risks within scope of responsibility. AFSB certification preferred....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Healthcare Professional Liability

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent 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...

Property Insurance Underwriter - Northfield Excess & Surplus Lines

  • Phoenix, AZ (16 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (16 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Explore life at Travelers. We have 10 diversity networks, employee-led organizations dedicated to fostering the development and success of our employees. >> Discover diversity and inclusion....

Underwriting Director - Surety

  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Senior level technical and business management acumen, underwriting skill and knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures. 4....

Middle Market Sr Sales Underwriting Specialist

  • Phoenix, AZ (16 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (16 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Uses all appropriate underwriting tools (e.g. RQI, WC RST, UWWS, and CLAY.), disciplines and knowledge of strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed....

Sr. Production Underwriter

  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Complete underwriting checklists outlining underwriting thought process, loss analysis, pricing theory and risk characteristics....

Underwriting Assistant-Surety

  • Peoria, AZ (3 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Peoria, AZ (3 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry....

Underwriter

  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

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

Property Insurance Underwriter - Northfield Excess & Surplus Lines

  • Phoenix, AZ (16 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (16 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting experience. What Is in It for You?...

Specialist, Underwriting - Commercial Lines

  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Commercial insurance processing systems. Solid understanding of company operations and products. Sales, claims, service center and legal issues involving knowledge of commercial contracts....

Sr Underwriter - Commercial Lines

  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Commercial insurance processing systems. Solid understanding of company operations and products....

Underwriting Consultant, National Accounts Casualty-Wholesale

  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Notifies agencies of adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations....

Underwriting Specialist - Primary Casualty

  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Required: Minimum of 10+ years of experience underwriting commercial general liability insurance. Required: Wholesale producer contacts and relationships required....

Mortgage Underwriter

  • Phoenix, AZ (16 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (16 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

and basic automated underwriting systems Proficiency with basic automated underwriting systems Knowledge of mortgage laws and regulations is required, including the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act Knowledge...

Underwriting Assistant - Excess Casualty

  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (23 miles from Youngtown, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

As an Underwriting Assistant, you will support the Underwriting team and act as the owner and principal facilitator of assigned accounts....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Youngtown, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Youngtown, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
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 Youngtown, AZ
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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