Underwriting Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in California
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.
Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Core Contract Surety
- Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
- San Francisco, CA
- 9 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 9 days ago
As a member of Zurich's Core Surety Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills....
Hybrid Full TimeUnderwriting Specialist, Marine
- Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
- San Francisco, CA
- 27 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 27 days ago
will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers focused in the Northern California market....
HybridExecutive Underwriter or AVP underwriting Director
- Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
- Los Angeles, CA
- 30+ days ago
- Los Angeles, CA
- 30+ days ago
As a member of Zurichs Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers across Los Angeles...
HybridUnderwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Large Property
- Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
- San Francisco, CA
- 16 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 16 days ago
Property Underwriting team in our San Francisco or Los Angeles....
HybridUnderwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter - Excess Casualty
- Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
- San Francisco, CA
- 17 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 17 days ago
Underwriting Specialist Excess Casualty Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area....
Hybrid Full TimeAVP, Underwriting Manager or VP Sr. Underwriting Manager, Large Property
- Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
- San Francisco, CA
- 3 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 3 days ago
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HybridThis is a hybrid role where you'll spend approximately 75% of your time marketing and selling, and 25% underwriting....
HybridUnderwriting Consultant, Management Liability - Private
- CNA
- Boulevard, CA
- 1 day ago
- Boulevard, CA
- 1 day ago
or Underwriting Consulting Director....
HybridPGIM Senior Director, Underwriter (Hybrid)
- Prudential
- San Francisco, CA
- 1 day ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 1 day ago
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%)....
HybridUnderwriting Consultant - Accountants Professional Liability
- CNA
- Columbia, CA
- 2 days ago
- Columbia, CA
- 2 days ago
Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and high level of knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures. 2....
Remote HybridYou'll underwrite new and renewal business, deliver risk management services, and support profitable growth across industries like manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and real estate....
Hybrid- Kaufman Financial Group
- San Diego, CA
- 5 days ago
- San Diego, CA
- 5 days ago
file Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience Insurance experience in underwriting and/or brokerage support with excess & surplus lines preferred...
HybridSenior Underwriter, E&S Casualty
- Arch Capital Group Ltd.
- San Francisco, CA
- 6 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 6 days ago
and sound underwriting practices....
HybridSenior Underwriter, E&S Casualty
- Arch Insurance Group
- Los Angeles, CA
- 6 days ago
- Los Angeles, CA
- 6 days ago
and sound underwriting practices....
HybridSenior Underwriting Assistant, NAC
- Arch Insurance Group
- Los Angeles, CA
- 6 days ago
- Los Angeles, CA
- 6 days ago
Position Summary: The Senior Underwriting Assistant is responsible for contributing to the profitability and revenue goals of the department through delivery of individual account underwriting support...
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- Credit Analysis
- Federal Housing Administration
- Credit Underwriting
- Lending
- FHLMC
- Federal National Morgage Association
- Loan Documentation
- Conventional Loans
- Jumbo Loans
- General Liability
- Property and Casualty Insurance
- Insurance Underwriting
- Commercial Insurance
- Property Insurance
- Premium Audit
- Professional Liability
- Umbrella Insurance
- Agency Management
- Loss Control
- Mortgage Underwriting
- Underwriting
- Cross Selling
- Claims
- Financial Statements
- Appraisal
- Mortgage Processing
- Financial Modeling
- Workers' Compensation
- File Management
- Financial Analysis
- Referrals
- Reimbursement
- Analytical Skills
- Risk Management
- Relationship Management
- Finance
- Decision Making
- Negotiation
- Retail
- Accounting
- Military Background
- Auditing
- Written Communication
- Presentation
- Mentoring
- Documentation
- Coaching
- Employee Development
- Reporting
- Policy Development
- Critical Thinking
- Filing
- Collaboration
- Flexibility
- Bachelor's Degree
- Sales
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Staff Supervision
- Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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