Underwriting Jobs in Oak Lawn, 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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Chief Underwriter, North America Middle Market

Product, pricing & underwriting expertise in Commercial & Specialty Lines. Manages underwriting results to achieve corporate profitability....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Markets Construction

If you're a talented commercial insurance underwriter with construction expertise, confidence, and a deal-oriented mindset, this is an excellent opportunity for you....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Technology

A related bachelor's degree; seven to ten years of relevant experience preferred; CPCU or professional insurance designation strongly preferred....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

commercial and personal lines capabilities to bring a full range of tailored solutions and nuanced approaches to the rapidly evolving mobility landscape....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Loss Sensitive - Large Construction

Solve complex problems Establish and build healthy working relationships exceeds in mentoring relationships, and negotiate as normally acquired Bachelor's degree CPCU or CRIS professional insurance...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Underwriting Officer, Multi-Buyer Trade Credit

Beyond underwriting production responsibilities supported by higher level underwriting authority, the MBTC Underwriting Officer utilizes skills and experience to support and mentor team members and...

Private Equity Underwriter, Middle Markets (Senior or AVP)

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Underwriting Specialist - Financial Institutions

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Notifies agencies of adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations....

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Accounts

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

to make timely decisions in alignment with our risk appetite. + Excellent communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations with agents and brokers. + CPCU designation...

Senior Ocean Marine Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 11 hours 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?...

Sr. Technology & Life Sciences Loss Sensitive Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 11 hours 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?...

Underwriting Assistant

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Underwriting Assistant As Underwriting Assistant you will support the Underwriting team and act as the owner and principal facilitator of assigned accounts....

Lead Wealth Underwriter

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

The Residential Real Estate Alliance provides full-service, consistent and high quality underwriting and decisioning support to the WFHL HNW Mortgage and Alliance Credit Office (ACO) Mortgage....

Senior Underwriter, Construction

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Chubb is seeking a skilled Senior Commercial Lines Underwriting to join its growing Lower Midmarket (Target accounts $25K-300K+) Construction Team....

Assistant Manager-Underwriting-Workers' Compensation-Salary Grade P

  • Itasca, IL (22 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Itasca, IL (22 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Under general direction, oversees the operations, processes and workflow of an underwriting team. Team may include professional employees and/or support staff....

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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AI for Loan Underwriting
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Insurance: Underwriting Risks Regulatory Practices
Introduction: Insurance underwriting plays a crucial role in assessing risk, determining premiums, and ensuring the financial stability of insurance providers. This course offers an in-depth...
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Pre-underwrite a Mortgage with DU & LP
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Oak Lawn, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Oak Lawn, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.9%
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 Oak Lawn, 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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