Underwriting Jobs in Gardena, 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

Underwriter

Background Liberty Specialty Markets (LSM) offers specialty and commercial insurance and reinsurance products across key UK, European, Latin American, US, and other international locations....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences

of 2 years of proven underwriting management experience is preferred CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business Proven...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Life Sciences

property, general liability, products liability, clinical trials liability, errors & omissions (E&O), cyber, excess/umbrella, workers' compensation, auto, and multinational coverages....

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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

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...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial

As a Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial in property casualty insurance, you'll develop, grow and maintain diversified books of business while working closely with agents and brokers to assess risks...

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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 (8 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • WAHVE
  • Los Angeles, CA (8 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 13 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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Underwriting Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Underwriting Director - UQ06ED Were determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies....

Underwriting Specialist, Primary Casualty

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Utilize authority to underwrite and price loss sensitive (deductible/SIR) and guaranteed cost business for the following lines of business: Workers Compensation, General Liability and Commercial Auto...

Senior Underwriter - Allied Healthcare

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The ideal candidate will have a proven history of success in a top-tier Commercial Insurance carrier and will focus on developing a book of business targeting healthcare clients across the United States...

Group Underwriter Senior (Stop Loss)

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Wholesale Excess Casualty Underwriter - Navigators, a Brand of The Hartford

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Your underwriting career here means collaboration, inclusivity, innovative thinking and so much more. Here, doing things the way theyve always been done isnt a part of the job....

Construction Professional Liability Underwriter (Sr. Level III or AVP Level IV)

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Gardena, CA)
  • 5 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....

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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AI for Loan Underwriting
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the financial landscape, particularly in loan underwriting, by enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and risk assessment. This course, AI for Loan...
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Insurance: Underwriting Risks Regulatory Practices
Introduction: Insurance underwriting plays a crucial role in assessing risk, determining premiums, and ensuring the financial stability of insurance providers. This course offers an in-depth...
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Mortgage Underwriting Problems & Solutions Mastercourse
Are you looking to master the mortgage underwriting process and confidently solve complex loan scenarios? Do you want to start working as an underwriter but need real-life underwriting...
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Gardena, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Gardena, 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 Gardena, 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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