Underwriting Jobs in Deer Park, IL

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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Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director - Group Captives

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

The proposed salary range for the span style=line-height:115%AVP, Underwriting Director/span is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%....

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Associate Underwriter

  • HCSC
  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Knowledge of state and federal legislation governing underwriting practices. Please note that this role is HYBRID with an in-office requirement of 3 days a week....

Hybrid

Surety Underwriting Associate

  • Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.
  • Itasca, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Associate team by supporting various underwriting functions in partnership with assigned underwriters and/or territories....

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Senior Underwriter / Account Executive Officer

  • Travelers Companies
  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The Account Executive Officer (AEO), Select will partner with agents to provide property, general liability, commercial auto, workers' compensation, and/or umbrella coverage for new business based on...

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Supervisor, Insurance Analyst

  • AbbVie
  • North Chicago, IL (19 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (19 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of...

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MRSGNA Underwriting Assistant Surety TEMP

  • Munich Re
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago

We are seeking a Temporary Position Underwriting Assistant, Surety to join the Roanoke Insurance Group division as a hybrid employee in our Schaumburg, IL office reporting to the VP, Surety Operations...

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Professional Liability Underwriting Specialist

  • The Hanover Insurance Group
  • Itasca, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Use all appropriate underwriting tools, disciplines, and strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed....

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Commercial Underwriter III - Healthcare/ Sr Living

  • First Midwest Bank
  • Deerfield, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Key Accountabilities Structure and Underwrite Loans * Focus primarily on senior housing, hospitals and ancillary medical services * Underwrite new credit requests, renewals, and modifications focusing...

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VP, Commercial Underwriter

  • Axos
  • Lombard, IL (20 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (20 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Contribute to credit policy development and underwriting process improvement initiatives....

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Commercial Underwriter III - Healthcare/ Sr Living Facilities

  • Old National Bank
  • Deerfield, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Proficient in excel and a firm understanding of key bank underwriting metrics....

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Sr. Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Travelers Insurance Company
  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Additionally, occasionally negotiate and procure reinsurance to underwrite complex accounts....

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Marine Underwriting Associate

  • Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.
  • Itasca, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (14 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 22 days ago

This is a hybrid opportunity.POSITION OVERVIEW: This position serves as an essential member of the Marine Underwriting Associate team by supporting various underwriting functions in partnership with...

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Senior Production Underwriter

  • Allied Solutions, LLC
  • Batavia, IL (23 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Batavia, IL (23 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Property and Casualty License Required Requires broad knowledge of the technical and operational practices within the insurance underwriting field....

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Credit Underwriter- Inventory Finance

  • Huntington Bancshares Inc
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities: Underwrite high quality credit narratives in support of new and existing loans. Review and analyze various transactions....

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Executive Underwriter - Group Captives

  • Zurich Insurance
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Deer Park, IL)
  • 28 days ago

years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting...

Hybrid

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Deer Park, IL

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Deer Park, IL 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 Deer Park, IL
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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