Underwriting Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Sr. Production Underwriter

  • Berkley
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Production Underwriter is a key member of the underwriting team reporting to the Director of Underwriting....

Remote

Underwriter

  • JLL
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

The Underwriter will provide exceptional service to our clients and underwrite multifamily products....

In Person

Senior Underwriter - Trade Credit (Remote)

  • Intact Specialty Solutions
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Makes underwriting decisions to accept, decline, or modify risks within assigned underwriting authority level in partnership with underwriting team....

Remote

Senior Multifamily Underwriter, Vice President

  • 072 M&T Realty Capital
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

Overview: Responsible for due diligence and direct underwriting specializing in Agency Conventional Underwriting....

In Person

Multifamily Underwriter - Advisor

  • Fannie Mae Corp
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago

In this role, you will review and comment on underwriting and reviewing the issuance of securities to customers....

In Person

Principal Underwriter, SMB Risk

  • Clearco
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

What your day-to-day will look like: Join Clearco as a senior leader on the diligence and underwriting team Conduct reviews of SMB customers to reach robust, data-driven credit decisions Work directly...

Remote

National Commercial Underwriter/Counsel (Remote)

  • First American Title Insurance Co
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago

Demonstrated commercial underwriting experience grounded in ownership and accountability....

Remote

SBA Cash Flow Underwriter

  • LE001 Northwest Bank
  • Washington, DC
  • 24 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 24 days ago

This position underwrites more complex credits and may coach and mentor junior underwriters....

In Person

Underwriter - FEDS Protection

  • CRC Insurance Services, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 29 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 29 days ago

Provides leadership to a production/underwriting team. Provides high quality professional service to Agents and Carrier Partners....

In Person

Multifamily Affordable Housing Underwriter - Advisor

  • Fannie Mae Corp
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

In this role, you will review and comment on underwriting and reviewing the issuance of securities to customers....

In Person

Senior Director, Alternative Risk Underwriter

  • Fortegra Financial
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

The Senior Director, Alternative Risk Underwriter will be responsible for leading the strategy, underwriting performance, and portfolio management of alternative risk solutions, including captive insurance...

In Person

Underwriting Consultant - Inland Marine (Hybrid or Remote in the Tri-State area)

  • Intact Specialty Solutions
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

Underwrites a book of business. Manages underwriting quality and book management....

Hybrid

Underwriter - GSE

  • Merchants Bank of Indiana
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

Requirements Underwrite multifamily Agency loans originated by Merchants Capital. Manage underwriting process for new loans from origination to closing....

In Person

Agency Underwriter - Affordable/Conventional

  • NorthMarq Capital
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities include providing analysis related to underwriting, due diligence, evaluating property and market data, and preparing comprehensive transaction narratives....

In Person

Underwriting Specialist - Life Science (Hybrid or Remote)

  • Intact Insurance
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

Underwrites a book of business and manages underwriting quality and book management....

Hybrid

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in District of Columbia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in District of Columbia
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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