Underwriting Jobs in Bridgeport, 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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of how these teams work together to inform underwriting decisions....

Excess & Surplus - Senior Production Excess Casualty Underwriter

  • Fairfield, CT (4 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CT (4 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

) ASLI or CPCU designations (preferred) Candidates with a carrier background will be given preference....

Underwriting Director - Life And Health

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 4 days ago

/Casualty insurance industries.Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of 38 offices, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies.Gen...

Training Specialist, Underwriter Workbench

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Position: Training Specialist, Underwriter Workbench Location: Stamford, NYC, Atlanta or Chicago - Hybrid (Onsite 3 days/week to start and then flexible) Job Type: Contract Duration: 8 months to...

Underwriter

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Their focus is on commercial auto, general liability, property, and auto insurance. Job Description: The ideal candidate will have a strong background in P&C underwriting....

Property Treaty, Associate Underwriter

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago

You will get on-the-job work experience including training and support as you embark on your underwriting journey....

Remote Underwriting Manager, TPO Specialty Products

  • Greenwich, CT (23 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (23 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

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Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Greenwich, CT (23 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (23 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 15 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Commercial Credit Senior Underwriter/Portfolio Manager I, ABL

  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 18 days ago

Displays deep understanding of financial regulatory environment as it applies to underwriting most forms of commercial credit transactions....

Commercial Underwriter II

  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 20 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 20 days ago

Stay abreast of any changes in loan underwriting policy and procedural changes....

Underwriter - Marine (Inland Marine & Ocean Cargo)

  • New Haven, CT (17 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (17 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 22 days ago

Candidate must have ability to effectively interact with all levels of customers and collaborate with a team of underwriters, claims and loss control personnel....

SBA Commercial Underwriter

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 22 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 22 days ago

Applicants must have experience with SBA 7A underwriting....

Senior Underwriter - Primary Casualty - GenStar

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 24 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 24 days ago

Shape Your Future With Us GenStar Insurance Services, LLC is a premier provider of excess, surplus, and specialty property and casualty insurance written on General Star Indemnity Company (non-admitted...

Excess & Surplus - Production Underwriter for Contract Binding

  • Fairfield, CT (4 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (4 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 29 days ago

The candidate will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing underwriting data in order to determine if risks meet underwriting standards and, determining proper terms and rates for acceptable risks...

Senior Underwriting Specialist - Workers Comp and Commercial Liability - Hybrid

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

In this position, you will underwrite new and renewal business which includes solicitation, selection and pricing of highly complex multi-line risks (workers compensation, commercial auto, general liability...

Demographic Data for Bridgeport, CT

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Bridgeport, CT

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Bridgeport, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.5%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Some College
2.4%
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 Bridgeport, 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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