Underwriting Jobs in Walnut Creek, 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 Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Construction

experience, preferred CRIS, CPCU, or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate high impact underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability...

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

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...

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...

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...

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....

Underwriting Specialist - Life Science (Hybrid or Remote)

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Underwrites a book of business and manages underwriting quality and book management....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 1 day ago

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

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

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Wholesale Primary Casualty Underwriter is primarily responsible for underwriting business through appointed wholesale brokers with a focus on the construction industry....

Underwriting Consultant (Commercial Middle Market)

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 4 days ago

CNAs Commercial Middle Markets team provides standard lines commercial property and casualty insurance products such as General Liability, Property, Inland Marine, Commercial Auto, Workers' Compensation...

Senior Mortgage Loan Underwriter

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Underwrites real estate loans through the Loan Origination System from application through funding....

Lead Underwriter - E&S Property

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Candidate Profile Lead Underwriter-E&S Property, will be a "hands-on" technical expert with a history of success within a top-tier commercial insurance carrier focused on primary and excess layer E&...

Underwriter, Financial Institutions

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago

This role involves managing a renewal book and generating new business, with a focus on underwriting Financial Institutions business for Package, Worker's Compensation, Auto, General Liability, Umbrella...

SENIOR LOAN UNDERWRITER (Home Loan Program) University of California Office of the President

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary The Senior Loan Officer (Home Loan Underwriter) uses knowledge of loan origination and underwriting concepts to complete underwriting evaluation of mortgage loan applications....

AVP, Construction Professional Liability Underwriter

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, 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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Insurance Underwriting Principles and Practices
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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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