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.

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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 Time

Underwriting 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....

Hybrid

Executive 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...

Hybrid

Underwriting 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....

Hybrid

Underwriting 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 Time

AVP, 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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Hybrid

Underwriter/Broker - Wholesale

  • Arthur J Gallagher & Co.
  • Rocklin, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Rocklin, CA
  • 1 day ago

This is a hybrid role where you'll spend approximately 75% of your time marketing and selling, and 25% underwriting....

Hybrid

Underwriting Consultant, Management Liability - Private

  • CNA
  • Boulevard, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boulevard, CA
  • 1 day ago

or Underwriting Consulting Director....

Hybrid

PGIM 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%)....

Hybrid

Underwriting 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 Hybrid

Large Property Underwriter

  • The Hartford
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

You'll underwrite new and renewal business, deliver risk management services, and support profitable growth across industries like manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and real estate....

Hybrid

Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • 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...

Hybrid

Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty

  • Arch Capital Group Ltd.
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago

and sound underwriting practices....

Hybrid

Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty

  • Arch Insurance Group
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

and sound underwriting practices....

Hybrid

Senior 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...

Hybrid

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in California
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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