Underwriting Jobs in Diablo, 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

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...

Commercial Surety Bond Senior Underwriter

  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Weigh decisions between underwriting standards and customer needs and expectations. Balance risk relative to return to make effective and acceptable underwriting decisions....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior (National Accounts)

  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred....

Group Underwriter II (Stop Loss)

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

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses preferred....

Market Facing Underwriter, Middle Markets

  • Oakland, CA (14 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (14 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

& Casualty insurance needs....

Group Underwriter Senior (Stop Loss)

  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Stop Loss underwriting experience preferred Demonstrated knowledge, and proficiency in Medical Stop Loss Underwriting....

Executive Underwriter, Climate Tech

  • San Ramon, CA (5 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (5 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Participate in cross-sell initiatives within Commercial Insurance to expand product offerings to current clients....

Account Executive Officer/Senior Underwriter, Technology & Life Sciences Loss Sensitive

  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 12 days 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....

Account Executive/Underwriter, Life Sciences Specialist

  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 14 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Account Executive Officer/Senior Underwriter, Technology & Life Sciences Loss Sensitive

  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 14 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Underwriting Consultant

  • Oakland, CA (14 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (14 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 19 days ago

(6) years of experience in Underwriting, Marketplace Evaluations, Financial Analysis, or a related field....

GSE Underwriting Coordinator

  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Department: GSE Underwriting We are Walker & Dunlop....

Senior Underwriter

  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Our Construction Primary Casualty team offers Workers Compensation, General Liability, and Automobile coverage on a primary basis and project specific primary basis to General Contractors, Construction...

Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • San Ramon, CA (5 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (5 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Chubb is seeking a skilled Commercial Lines Underwriter to join its Middle Market Commercial Insurance team in our Walnut Creek Branch....

Underwriter, Property & Marine

  • San Ramon, CA (5 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (5 miles from Diablo, CA)
  • 27 days ago

The Commercial Insurance Division is seeking to fill an Property Underwriter position in the Pacific North Region....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Diablo, CA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Diablo, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.8%
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 Diablo, 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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