Underwriting Jobs in Ft Lauderdale, FL

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 Assistant

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

About the Role Temporary Position As an Underwriting Assistant on the Latin America Facultative Team, youll support the Financial Lines and Casualty Facultative Underwriting team based in our Miami,...

Group Underwriter Consultant

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses preferred. Healthcare industry experience preferred....

Property and Casualty Underwriting Associate

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) is a plus. Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

CRE Underwriting - Analyst

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

CRE Underwriting - AnalystCountry: United States of America Your Journey Starts Here: Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry....

AVP/VP, Healthcare Underwriter

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Our Healthcare Underwriting team offers solutions for Hospitals and Miscellaneous Healthcare facilities writing Healthcare Professional Liability, General Liability, and other ancillary lines for Primary...

Underwriting Technician, Primary Retail Casualty

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Sompo has a unique opportunity for an Underwriting Technician on our Primary Retail Casualty Underwriting Support team....

Underwriter

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 4 days ago

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

Junior Underwriting Specialist

  • Coral Springs, FL (13 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Coral Springs, FL (13 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title Junior Underwriting Specialist What does a successful Junior Underwriting Specialist do at Fiserv?...

RT Connector Binding Authority Underwriting Associate

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Manages underwriting applications with the information necessary to rate, document and issue accurate and compliant policies....

Underwriter, Latin America

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Ideally 5 or more years underwriting experience. Possession of an industry related certification is required preferably CPCU or ACII....

Property and Casualty Underwriter

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Preferred: Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

Wealth Investment Finance Underwriter Vice President

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 8 days ago

Greenlight memos (as applicable) In partnership with the Transactors, assist with the structuring and execution of more complex or tailored transactions, meeting Risk Acceptance Criteria Full loan underwriting...

Wealth - Investment Finance Underwriter

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 9 days ago

Greenlight memos (as applicable) In partnership with the Transactors, assist with the structuring and execution of more complex or tailored transactions, meeting Risk Acceptance Criteria Full loan underwriting...

Underwriting Assistant

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 12 days ago

As an Underwriting Assistant, you'll process new business applications, determine eligibility, and manage policy changes for both new and existing accounts....

Production Underwriter/Broker

  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Ft Lauderdale, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Hull and Company is seeking a Production...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Ft Lauderdale, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Ft Lauderdale, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.8%
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 Ft Lauderdale, FL
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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