Underwriting Jobs in Orange, 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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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...

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

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

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...

Senior Credit Underwriter, Global Wealth & Investment Management Custom Lending

  • Newport Beach, CA (13 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (13 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Purpose: The purpose of the SCU is to use key financial measures and a consistent, structured financial approach to underwrite custom lending requests and mange a loan portfolio in alignment with our...

Large Accounts Sr. Underwriter

  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

control surveys, and inspection reports for existing policies, handling as required Underwrite and manage a portfolio of large, complex, loss-sensitive accounts Evaluate risk exposures, industry classifications...

P&C Executive Underwriter, Middle Market

  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Manages and Underwrites a Middle Market book of business Analyzes agency book on quarter-to-quarter basis for potential action Expertly applies all applicable Underwriting guidelines...

Portfolio Manager/Underwriter - Commercial Real Estate

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 3 years of experience in Multifamily, Commercial Real Estate Underwriting and/or Portfolio Management required....

Complex Property Underwriter

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 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....

Senior Commercial Underwriter

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago

A Bank Underwriting Analyst is responsible for evaluating the creditworthiness of potential loan applicants by thoroughly analyzing their financial information, assessing risk factors, and making informed...

Production Underwriter

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Overview The Production Underwriter administers the underwriting and servicing of new and renewal accounts for assigned Nonprofit agents and producers in compliance with Company underwriting, authority...

Executive Underwriter or Senior Underwriter, Financial Institutions

  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 7 days ago

institutions underwriting experience preferred....

MFR/CRE Underwriter III

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Reviews and approves outstanding underwriting conditions as they are received....

Underwriting Consultant (Life Sciences)

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Specialist or Underwriting Consultant....

Commercial Underwriter IV

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Analysis, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Demographic Data for Orange, CA

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Orange, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Orange, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.5%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Some College
2.4%
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 Orange, 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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