Underwriting Jobs in Meridian, ID

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, Wholesale, Specialty Products

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 2 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Underwriting Specialist I - R-5830_5-4185

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 3 days ago

Incorporate and apply changes made to Underwriting, State or Federal policies to ensure current requirements are met. Track production statistics....

Underwriting Specialist I

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 4 days ago

As a member of the Actuarial and Underwriting team, our Underwriting Specialists process applications in an accurate and timely fashion ensuring eligibility criteria is met and provide customer service...

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Underwriter Team Lead, Wholesale,

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 4 days ago

Underwrites loans in accordance with Company and Investor guidelines following companys policies and procedures under general supervision....

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Manager, Underwriting

  • Meridian, ID
  • 5 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 5 days ago

Company Details Berkley North Pacific is rooted in the Pacific Northwest offering personalized commercial insurance solutions through collaborative efforts for ultimate customer experience....

Technical Underwriter, Workers Compensation

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 8 days ago

Key Accountabilities: + Monitor underwriting strategy relating to performance metrics, data and insights, syndicate findings and adjust underwriting strategy as necessary. + Act as primary liaison to...

Commercial Underwriter

  • Nampa, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nampa, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 8 days ago

May shadow manage a portfolio with CSM as part of training and development, with Underwriting Manager and Market Director mutual approval....

Senior Field Underwriter

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities A Senior Field Underwriter applies sound underwriting principles and risk analysis to form an underwriting assessment of accounts....

Underwriter I, II, III, Senior, or Lead - R-5788_5-4185

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 17 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 17 days ago

Supports internal sales staff regarding underwriting questions and/or resolves issues. Effectively communicates Underwriting decisions to other departments when necessary....

Sr. Underwriter

  • Meridian, ID
  • 18 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 18 days ago

Communicates with agency personnel on underwriting issues including declinations, cancellations, exposure concerns and loss control survey results....

Sr Mgr - Underwriting

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 23 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 23 days ago

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

Mortgage Loan Underwriter Senior

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 23 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 23 days ago

Minimum 7 years of experience in jumbo and super jumbo underwriting to investor or organizations guidelines required Minimum 7 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (i.e., Ability...

Senior Underwriter (Remote in ID and MT)

  • Meridian, ID
  • 24 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 24 days ago

Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title insurance....

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Home Office Underwriting Manager - Commercial Surety

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 28 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 28 days ago

Travelers is seeking a collaborative and analytical individual with underwriting expertise to join the Commercial Surety Home Office Underwriting team....

Remote Underwriting Manager, TPO Specialty Products

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Remote Work

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Meridian, ID

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Meridian, ID offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
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 Meridian, ID
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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