Underwriting Jobs in San Diego, 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...

Underwriter II - Real Estate Banking

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Risks, Process Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Associate Underwriter - Commercial Lines Insurance

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

and Casualty License or ability to earn a license within 90 days (cost reimbursed and study support provided by Amwins) Eagerness to learn and grow as a team Detail-oriented with strong work ethic...

FVP, Commercial Underwriter

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

risks to assess creditworthiness and structure appropriate credit facilities Ensure all underwriting complies with internal credit policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices Prepare...

Underwriter III - Real Estate Banking

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Associate Underwriter

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

file Qualifications Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience Insurance experience in underwriting and/or brokerage support with excess & surplus lines preferred Sales...

Monitors underwriting quality and adherence to underwriting guidelines....

Summary: Under limited direction and supervision, underwrites and markets assigned products by providing high levels of risk assessment and technical underwriting expertise to determine underwriting...

Underwriter IV - Real Estate Banking

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago

Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Underwriter Development Program - Commercial Lines

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago

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

VP, Senior Underwriter Portfolio Manager MMB - San Diego

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities Candidates will work within a team construct to take a leadership role in the credit underwriting and portfolio management of diverse debt solutions for middle-market companies....

Supervisor, Sr Underwriter

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago

Monitor claims trends and adjust underwriting guidelines accordingly. Travels to agencies providing field underwriting and quoting as needed....

Senior Production Underwriter

  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 days ago

Travels (live and virtual) to agencies providing field underwriting, quoting and promotion of the company....

Production Underwriter

  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago

Travels (live and virtual) to agencies providing field underwriting, quoting and promotion of the company....

Commercial Renewal Underwriter

  • San Diego, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 29 days ago

Lines of business Include Property, General Liability, Automobile, WC, and Umbrella policies with account premiums between $50,000 to $250,000. Achieve favorable rate and retention....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
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 San Diego, 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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