Underwriting Jobs in Prospect, 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 - Public Entity - Fully Remote

  • Avon, CT (21 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Avon, CT (21 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 17 hours ago

Skillfully review, underwrite, price, and negotiate complex new and renewal submissions & endorsements (within established underwriting authority)....

Remote Work

Group Underwriting Consultant

  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 2 days ago

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

Senior Stop Loss Group Underwriter

  • New Britain, CT (15 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (15 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Represent underwriting/service team perspective based on personal knowledge and experience. Participate in regional marketing rollouts. Other duties as assigned....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 8 days ago

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

Underwriting Analyst - Temp

  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities Take-in underwriting submissions, perform account clearance, OFAC clearance, and prepare underwriting worksheets for underwriting review Set up underwriting files and maintain proper...

Underwriting Assistant

  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Assist the team in maintaining efficient underwriting processes and providing customer service to their Clients....

Stop Loss Underwriting Manager

  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 13 days ago

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

Group Underwriter II (Stop Loss)

  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 14 days ago

**Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:** + CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses preferred. + Stop Loss underwriting experience preferred For candidates working in person...

Underwriting Technician

  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 15 days ago

As an Underwriting Analyst, you’ll play a key role throughout the insurance policy lifecycle—from the initial submission to policy issuance....

Sr. Underwriter

  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 15 days ago

Determine risk acceptability in accordance with underwriting risk appetite and guidelines Prepare thorough underwriting analyses with detailed exposure analysis and independent underwriter assessment...

Underwriting Analyst

  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 16 days ago

Responsibilities We have an opportunity for an Underwriting Analyst to join our Berkley Accident and Health team!...

Group Underwriter Consultant Senior

  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 17 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (9 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 17 days ago

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

Senior Underwriter, Casualty E&S

  • Avon, CT (21 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Avon, CT (21 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 18 days ago

Working independently, you will be granted underwriting authority based on experience level....

Underwriter

  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 20 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 20 days ago

underwriting authority....

Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • New Haven, CT (13 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 20 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (13 miles from Prospect, CT)
  • 20 days ago

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

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Prospect, CT

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Prospect, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
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 Prospect, 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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