Underwriting Jobs in Concord, CA

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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Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Core Contract Surety

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 9 days ago

As a member of Zurich's Core Surety Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills....

Hybrid Full Time

Underwriting Specialist, Marine

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 27 days ago

will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers focused in the Northern California market....

Hybrid

Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Large Property

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Property Underwriting team in our San Francisco or Los Angeles....

Hybrid

Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter - Excess Casualty

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Underwriting Specialist Excess Casualty Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area....

Hybrid Full Time

AVP, Underwriting Manager or VP Sr. Underwriting Manager, Large Property

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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Hybrid

PGIM Senior Director, Underwriter (Hybrid)

  • Prudential
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%)....

Hybrid

Custom Solutions Renewal Underwriter

  • Chubb
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 4 days ago

With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse...

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Underwriter

  • JLL
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The Underwriter will provide exceptional service to our clients and underwrite multifamily products....

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Vice President, Commercial Underwriter

  • Western Alliance Bank
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Vice President, Commercial Underwriter Location: CA - San Francisco, Spear What you'll do: As a Commercial Underwriter III - Commercial you'll be responsible for underwriting complex loan...

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Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty

  • Arch Capital Group Ltd.
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 5 days ago

and sound underwriting practices....

Hybrid

Senior Underwriter / Account Executive Officer Technology

  • 020 Travelers Indemnity Co
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Explore life at Travelers. Open to all employees, our 10 Diversity Networks celebrate culture and communities and create spaces for all employees through powerful forums for dialogue and support....

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Senior Underwriter / Account Executive Officer Technology

  • The Travelers Companies
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Underwrite and skillfully negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability....

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Senior Underwriter / Account Executive Officer Technology

  • Travelers Companies
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Underwrite and skillfully negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability....

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Sr Credit Underwriter/Underwriter II-Global Leasing/Equipment Finance

  • Bank of America Corporation
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 13 days ago

MBA or CFA preferred Skills: Attention to Detail Credit and Risk Assessment Financial Analysis Underwriting Written Communications Analytical Thinking Credit Documentation Requirements Financial Forecasting...

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Captives Underwriter

  • The Hartford
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 17 days ago

You will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....

Hybrid

Demographic Data for Concord, CA

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Concord, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Concord, CA 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 Concord, CA
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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