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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Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

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

Senior Underwriter/AVP Underwriter - Excess Casualty

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

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

Commercial Insurance Program Underwriter

  • New Haven, CT (17 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (17 miles from Bridgeport, 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 (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 15 days ago

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

Insurance Underwriter

  • Smithtown, NY (21 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 20 days ago
  • Smithtown, NY (21 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 20 days ago

Insurance Sales - Broker & Agency Relations - Smithtown, NYInsurance Underwriter Marketing Underwriter Production Underwriting Complex Commercial Property Contractors Equipment, Mobile Machinery & Specialty...

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Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

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

Underwriter, Wholesale, Specialty Products

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

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

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

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 25 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 25 days ago

Liability GL _....

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Program Underwriter Habitational RE Risk - Stamford, CT

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

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

Underwriting Assistant II

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

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

Environmental & Pollution Insurance Underwriter

  • Fairfield, CT (4 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (4 miles from Bridgeport, 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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Commercial Credit Senior Underwriter/Portfolio Manager I, ABL

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

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

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
14.6%
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 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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