Underwriting Jobs in Bethel, CT

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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Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Products include Package, Property, General Liability, Auto, Worker's Compensation, Umbrella/Excess and International. Programs are guaranteed cost and Loss Sensitive structures....

Underwriter

  • Brewster, NY (10 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Brewster, NY (10 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 9 days ago

Has frequent contact with field to gather information on which to base and defend underwriting decisions. Does not have any assigned Production goals....

Senior Underwriter/AVP Underwriter - Excess Casualty

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Everest Evolution offers Property and Casualty insurance products across multiple business units, with wholesale-exclusivity for various products....

Senior Treaty Underwriter

  • Armonk, NY (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Armonk, NY (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Support the Head of Property Underwriting in performing underwriting data quality checks. Ensure SOX compliance and contribute to the SOX process....

Senior Motor Underwriter

  • Armonk, NY (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Armonk, NY (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Make underwriting (UW) decisions in adherence to the guidelines and standard methodologies of the company for casualty treaties....

Commercial Insurance Program Underwriter

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 15 days ago

Responsibilities: Risk Assessment: Evaluate and analyze the risk associated with renewing insurance policies, ensuring that Chubb underwriting guidelines and standards are met Policy Review: Review...

Surety Underwriter, North America

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 15 days ago

file reviews and workshops Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and procedures....

Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 21 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 21 days ago

We are currently seeking an Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty to join our Middle Market Commercial Insurance practice in New Haven....

Ins Underwriter Med-Mal & Allied Healthcare - Bridgeport, CT

  • Bridgeport, CT (17 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (17 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 25 days ago

Liability GL _....

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Program Underwriter Habitational RE Risk - Stamford, CT

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 25 days ago

Experience Sought: *** Bachelors degree. *** 5+ years of Commercial Insurance Underwriting experience....

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Commercial Lines Marketing Underwriter - Middle Markets

  • Bridgeport, CT (17 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (17 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 25 days ago

, general liability, property, construction, and inland marine. *** Perform hazard analysis and assess prospect financial standing, operational strategy, and industry trends to determine whether to...

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Associate Underwriter, Commercial Insurance

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 25 days ago

accounting procedures such as invoicing Data entry into multiple internet based systems We are looking for people with: Degree from an accredited four-year university or equivalent experience MGA, Underwriting...

Underwriting Assistant I

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Title: Underwriting Assistant I Company: Job Category: Underwriting Operations Job Description: Everest Group, Ltd....

Underwriting Assistant II

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Title: Underwriting Assistant II Company: Job Category: Underwriting Operations Job Description: Everest Group, Ltd....

Environmental & Pollution Insurance Underwriter

  • Fairfield, CT (15 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (15 miles from Bethel, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Environmental Insurance Lines & Classes: *** Environmental General Liability Exposures. *** Premises Pollution. *** Premises Pollution Healthcare. *** Environmental Impairment Liability - EIL. *** Pollution...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Bethel, CT

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Bethel, CT 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 Bethel, CT
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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