Underwriting Jobs in West 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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Underwriting Associate

  • Roseville, CA (18 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Roseville, CA (18 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • moments ago

Experience: 3 years of commercial property and casualty insurance experience preferred. Knowledge, skills & abilities: Knowledge of coverage forms & endorsement used in policy construction....

AVP Underwriting Officer OR VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day 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....

Pacific Region-MM Underwriting Technician

  • Roseville, CA (18 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roseville, CA (18 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our Middle Market team is currently seeking an Underwriting Technician in our Seattle, WA or Roseville, CA location. This is a full time, non-exempt role....

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Market Facing Underwriter, Middle Markets

  • Gold River, CA (14 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gold River, CA (14 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

& Casualty insurance needs....

Inside Underwriter

  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Manage the underwriting process ensuring adherence to carrier underwriting guidelines and CRC policies and procedures....

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

  • Gold River, CA (14 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gold River, CA (14 miles from West Sacramento, 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....

Construction Professional Liability Underwriter (Level I or Mid Level II)

  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, 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....

Construction Professional Liability Underwriter (Mid-Level II or Sr. Level III)

  • Gold River, CA (14 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gold River, CA (14 miles from West Sacramento, 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....

Manager, Underwriting

  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days 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 (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Senior Underwriter - Aviation

  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Skills: Adaptability, Business Development, Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Decision Making, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio...

Underwriter

  • Folsom, CA (22 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (22 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 12 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...

Associate Underwriter - Commercial

  • Roseville, CA (18 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (18 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 14 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...

Consumer Lending Underwriting Manager

  • Rocklin, CA (21 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (21 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 21 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 (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (2 miles from West Sacramento, CA)
  • 29 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...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in West Sacramento, CA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in West 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
9.8%
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 West 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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