Underwriting Jobs in Florida

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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Minimum 5+ years underwriting experience in Fine Arts and/or High Net Worth Inland Marine Requires knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, and procedures....

Underwriter

  • Miami, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 11 hours ago

Prepare detailed underwriting reports, including risk assessments and recommendations for loan approvals....

Sr Mgr - Underwriting

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 12 hours ago

**Position Summary** Would you like to join CVS Health, a Fortune 5 company, on our multifaceted Underwriting team?...

Underwriter II

  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Your underwriting career here means collaboration, inclusivity, innovative thinking and so much more. Here, doing things the way they've always been done isn't a part of the job....

Underwriter III - Real Estate Banking

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Real Estate Underwriter

  • Miami, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Responsibilities of the Real Estate Underwriter: The Real Estate Underwriter will support underwriting of assets, including substantial loan underwriting....

MRSGM NA Associate Underwriter, Marine

  • Miami Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Job Profile Work with US underwriting team on renewal insurance business Manage and evaluate renewal business to ensure risk quality Use underwriting standards and guidelines to assess risk across assigned...

Mortgage Loan Underwriter Senior

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 1 day ago

. * Minimum 7 years of experience in jumbo and super jumbo underwriting to investor or organization's guidelines required * Minimum 7 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (...

Sr. Commercial Underwriter

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

Demonstrated knowledge of Property coverages, exposure types, catastrophe modeling, commercial residential construction types, and commercial insurance underwriting forms and procedures....

Group Underwriter II (Stop Loss)

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

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

Mortgage Collateral Underwriter

  • Winter Haven, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Winter Haven, FL
  • 1 day ago

COMPETENCIES 1-3 years mortgage underwriting or mortgage collateral underwriting review Thorough knowledge of Agency guidelines as well as Federal and State regulations Strong knowledge of Appraisal...

Sr. Construction Underwriter (CRE)

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 2 days ago

Please closely read the job requirements. This job is targeted towards Florida-based candidates who: 1) Live near their Fort Lauderdale office, OR: 2) If not, live somewhere in Florida and are...

Commercial Credit Underwriter III - New Money CRE

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 days ago

The Commercial Credit Underwriter III ensures compliance with established underwriting guidelines, quality and production guidelines, as well as Federal Banking Regulations and Government Reporting...

Underwriting Manager - Non-del Credit Review

  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 days ago

As the Underwriter, you will manage an underwriting staff of approximately 5-10 underwriters The Underwriter Manager will: Ensure underwriting quality meets company and investor standards Carry out...

Marine & RV Loan Underwriter

  • Miami, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 6 days ago

Proficiency with RV and Marine loan underwriting software and tools. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal....

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Florida

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.5%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Some College
2.4%
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 Florida
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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