Underwriting Jobs in North Haven, 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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Excess Casualty Underwriter II

  • Rocky Hill, CT (21 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT (21 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • New Haven, CT (6 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (6 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 3 days ago

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

Analyst, Underwriter Consumer Finance

  • Plantsville, CT (13 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plantsville, CT (13 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Review and decision subordination requests in accordance to underwriting guidelines....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Wallingford, CT (5 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (5 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred....

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • Wallingford, CT (5 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (5 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 12 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred Level Funded medical underwriting experience strongly preferred....

Senior Underwriter (Commercial Lines)

  • Cheshire, CT (8 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT (8 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 15 days ago

Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation or equivalent certifications. Experience in public or affordable housing insurance....

Commercial Insurance Program Underwriter

  • New Haven, CT (6 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (6 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 16 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...

Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • New Haven, CT (6 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (6 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 22 days ago

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

E&S Primary Casualty Underwriter (Mid-Senior or Senior)

  • Rocky Hill, CT (21 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT (21 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 25 days ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

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

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

Liability GL _....

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Commercial Lines Marketing Underwriter - Middle Markets

  • Bridgeport, CT (23 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (23 miles from North Haven, 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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Underwriting Assistant II (Hybrid)

  • Farmington, CT (23 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 28 days ago
  • Farmington, CT (23 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 28 days ago

Some of the Underwriting Assistant II responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reviews foreign producing offices' underwriting requests for US local admitted policy needs and assist the Global...

Associate Underwriter I

  • Rocky Hill, CT (21 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT (21 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB), one of the largest property casualty insurance holding companies in the United States, our financial strength and integrity are two of the main reasons why Independent...

Senior Underwriter

  • Cheshire, CT (8 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cheshire, CT (8 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Advanced knowledge of Property & Casualty commercial lines products (Property, General Liability and Auto), coverage forms, rating plans, complex risk evaluation, agency...

Manager, Underwriting Business Credit Center

  • Plantsville, CT (13 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Plantsville, CT (13 miles from North Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Consult with MD Underwriting BCC, Business Banker and MD of Government Guaranteed Lending (SBA) to recommend proper loan structuring that limits risk....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in North Haven, CT

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in North Haven, 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 North Haven, 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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