Underwriting Jobs in Arkansas

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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VP Residential Mortgage Underwriting Manager

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago

Scope Responsible for leading the underwriting team and provides direct oversight of all residential mortgage underwriting activities....

Technical Underwriter, Workers Compensation

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 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....

Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

Due to growth, CVS is looking to add Manager of Underwriting, Pharmacy....

Underwriter Multifamily (Bridge Loan)

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

._ + Bachelors degree and 2+ years' experience in the evaluation of commercial real estate properties including property inspections, reviewing financial statements, and underwriting loan transactions...

Mortgage Loan Underwriter II

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

. * Minimum 5 years of experience in jumbo underwriting to investor or organization's guidelines required. * Minimum 5 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (i.e., Ability to...

Senior Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

The incumbent uses discretion of Underwriting authority within the policies of HMIG and ensures appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Mortgage Loan Underwriter II (MORTG012900)

  • Conway, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Conway, AR
  • 7 days ago

Communicate with loan officers/originators and processors as to current turn times for underwriting, as well as any needed items required for underwriting....

Associate Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

The incumbent develops and uses discretion of Underwriting authority, within the policies of HMIG, and ensure appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Mortgage Loan Underwriter Senior

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

. * Minimum 7 years of experience in jumbo and super jumbo underwriting to investor or organizations guidelines required * Minimum 7 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (i.e...

Sr. Small Business Banking Underwriter

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

**Duties & Responsibilities:** + Analyze financial statements + Utilize bank systems for loan processing and completion of loan proposal + Complete underwriting and communicate credit decisions within...

Assist with special projects as requested/assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting One to two years of experience in commercial credit analysis and underwriting Proven...

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Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Title: Small Business Underwriter I Department: Commercial Lending - Credit Department Reports To: Small Business Underwriting Team Lead Supervises: N/A Job Classification: Full-time, Exempt Job Summary...

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Underwriter Sr-Business Banking

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 23 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 23 days ago

**Duties & Responsibilities:** + Analyze financial statements + Utilize bank systems for loan processing and completion of loan proposal + Complete underwriting and communicate credit decisions within...

Sr Credit Analyst/Underwriter (SENIO011941)

  • Conway, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Conway, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Credit Analyst/Underwriter performs financial based analysis and underwriting of credits which is used by the bank to assess risk and monitor existing credits to entities or individuals....

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Arkansas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
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 Arkansas
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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