Underwriting Jobs in Sacramento, 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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Manager, Underwriting

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago

The Underwriting Manager serves as a key support role within the Meritain Underwriting team, providing day-to-day management and mentorship to a group of underwriters....

Executive Underwriter - Construction

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Liability, Auto Liability, Umbrella, Property and Inland Marine....

Senior Underwriter - Aviation

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Certifications Depending on assigned line(s) of business specific participation and memberships are preferred and may include one or more of the following: Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU...

Sr. Commercial Loan Underwriter - Industrial

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago

Commercial Loan Underwriter - Industrial** The Commercial Loan Underwriter Industrial will underwrite commercial lending opportunities in an assigned territory, focusing on working capital lines of...

Underwriter

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago

experience in Commercial Property and Casualty, Personal or Management and Professional Liability lines Insurance-related course work (CPCU, RPLU, etc.) is a plus Or: 5+ years in any of the following...

Underwriting Technician SCE

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Enters underwriting data into web-based system....

Associate Underwriter - Commercial

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 6 days ago

underwriting guidelines Familiar with property, general liability, auto, and umbrella coverage College degree (or equivalent experience) with a minimum of 2 years of underwriting or agency experience...

Senior Underwriting Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 days ago

What you need to have: 1+ years of commercial insurance experience, preferably in auto insurance Expertise with rating and policy issuance for auto, general liability, or umbrella policies Excellent...

Consumer Lending Underwriting Manager

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 13 days ago

The Consumer Lending Underwriting Manager oversees the day-to-day activities of a team of Underwriters handling multiple consumer lending products in a cross channel environment....

Commercial Loan Underwriter

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 22 days ago

Job Requirements 5+ years of C&I and CRE loan underwriting experience Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or equivalent training and experience(preferred) Knowledge of commercial credit products...

Associate Underwriter

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Our Associate Underwriters underwrite and supervise a portion of an Underwriters book of business, support renewal and new business development, and have the opportunity to achieve full underwriting...

Personal Lines Underwriter

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 23 days ago

We are looking for candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit and drive for career advancement to join our team as a Personal Lines Underwriter....

Underwriter Sr-Business Banking

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 25 days ago

**Duties & Responsibilities:** + Analyze financial statements + Utilize bank systems for loan processing and completion of loan proposal + Complete underwriting and communicate credit decisions within...

Underwriter - Workers' Compensation

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Provide any necessary direction to Underwriting Assistant(s)....

Underwriter Development Program - Commercial Lines

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Participants will build strong sales acumen, master underwriting processes, and learn to grow a profitable book of business through relationship-driven selling....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Sacramento, 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
9.9%
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 Sacramento, 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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