Underwriting Jobs in Ball Ground, GA

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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Garage Underwriter

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Has frequent contact with field to gather information on which to base and defend underwriting decisions. Does not have any assigned Production goals....

Commercial Underwriter

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

How you'll make an impact Underwrites individual insurance applications to cover property and casualty with guidelines set for the issuance of policies on a standard or substandard basis....

Senior Underwriter - Ocean Marine (Hybrid)

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 3 days ago

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

P&C Middle Market Underwriter

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities: Manages and Underwrites a Middle Market book of business Analyzes agency book on quarter-to-quarter basis for potential action Expertly applies all applicable Underwriting guidelines...

Wholesale Primary Casualty Underwriter - Navigators, a brand of The Hartford

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelors Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience 3+ years of E&S Casualty underwriting experience; Primary casualty construction underwriting...

Underwriter/Broker

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Preferred: Professional designation may be preferred, including CEBS, CPCU, CIC or ARM. Behaviors: Act independently with minimal direction. Strong communication and interpersonal skills....

Executive Underwriter, Transactional Surety

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 5 days ago

submissions utilizing underwriting authority granted by Transactional SVP....

Garage Underwriter

  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Has frequent contact with field to gather information on which to base and defend underwriting decisions. Does not have any assigned Production goals....

Senior Underwriter

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 11 days ago

Taking a holistic approach to risk management, the unit offers commercial property, primary casualty (general liability, commercial auto, workers' compensation), lead umbrella, and environmental coverages...

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Accounts

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Property

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Northfield Brokerage E&S, Senior Casualty Underwriter

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Account Executive/Underwriter, National Property

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 12 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Underwriter / Senior Underwriter, Executive Assurance

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 18 days ago

build a profitable book of business Effective negotiation skills Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook Education Bachelors Degree, ideally in Economics, Business, Finance or Accounting RPLU or CPCU...

Sr. Underwriter

  • Dunwoody, GA (24 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Dunwoody, GA (24 miles from Ball Ground, GA)
  • 24 days ago

Berkley Corporation, founded in 1967, is one of the nation's premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Ball Ground, GA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Ball Ground, GA 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 Ball Ground, GA
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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