Underwriting Jobs in Cypress, 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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) Underwriter

Utilizing data, analytics, and technology to improve Underwriting risk selection and portfolio management. Special projects as assigned....

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Underwriter, Environmental Casualty

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $58000.00 - $167000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Description Our Environmental Casualty Underwriters are responsible for developing and growing our General Liability...

WAHVE

Commercial Lines Underwriter (Remote)

  • WAHVE
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • WAHVE
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 2 days ago

TO BECOME A WORK-AT-HOME VINTAGE EXPERT, WE REQUIRE 25 years of full-time work experience 10 most recent years of Commercial Lines Property & Casualty insurance experience BENEFITS OF BECOMING A WAHVE...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Underwriting Specialist

Underwrite policies within own underwriting authority....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Major Accounts

business experience CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability to communicate...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Surety Executive Underwriter - Core Contract (Orange, CA)

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

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriting Officer, Middle Markets Construction

Responsibilities: Provides expert technical underwriting assistance and formal referral approval for multiple lines of business (auto, general liability, workers` compensation) in Construction Industry...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Middle Market Multi-Industry

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...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Inland Marine

As an Inland Marine Underwriter in property casualty insurance, you'll develop, grow and maintain diversified books of business while working closely with agents and brokers to assess risks, determine...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter- Excess Casualty Major Accounts

CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses...

Construction Casualty Underwriter I

  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 5 hours 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....

Senior Executive Underwriter - Media, Arts & Entertainment

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Capable of underwriting all product lines (Property, General Liability, Auto, Inland Marine, Umbrella/Excess and Workers Compensation)....

Corporate Credit Underwriter

  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Estate Loans Evaluate the creditworthiness of prospective Borrower(s) and all Guarantor(s) May conduct property inspections of proposed collateral to satisfy any questions or doubts raised in the underwriting...

Director, Underwriter Forensic & Litigation Consulting Multiple Locations

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 4 days ago

audits may include, Workers' Compensation, General Liability, Excess, Auto and/or Professional Liability Review and analyze underwriting guidelines of MGAs Assist with project management on each engagement...

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Underwriting Consultant-National Accounts Casualty West Coast

  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from Cypress, CA)
  • 5 days ago

, or Underwriting Consulting Director....

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AI for Loan Underwriting
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Cypress, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Cypress, CA 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 Cypress, 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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