Underwriting Jobs in Sugar Grove, 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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Sr. Technology & Life Sciences Loss Sensitive Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Underwriting Analyst

  • Batavia, IL (7 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Batavia, IL (7 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Account Executive/Underwriter Small Commercial

  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

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

Marketing Underwriter, Program Business (Commercial P&C)(Hybrid or Remote)

  • Lisle, IL (19 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (19 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago

As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as...

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Stop Loss Sr Underwriter

  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Preferred Job Qualifications: For Large Group and/or Major National Accounts: Demonstrated experience to underwrite experience rated and manually rated health insurance products with sound underwriting...

Middle Market Senior Underwriter- IL Territory

  • Saint Charles, IL (13 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (13 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Job Responsibilities Manages the underwriting profitability growth and retention of new and renewal business that is consistent with underwriting strategies....

Senior Underwriter

  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 23 days ago

and guidelines Appraise and underwrite complex risks for life insurance and ensure underwriting decisions are sound, competitive, and profitable Maintain detailed records of underwriting decisions...

Commercial Surety Underwriter/Credit Analyst

  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Underwrite and skillfully negotiate customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability....

Insurance Underwriter - Pollution & Environmental

  • Bolingbrook, IL (20 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (20 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Required: *** 3+ years of Environmental Insurance or similar Underwriting experience....

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Senior Underwriter (Inland Marine & Property)

  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred to Have: CPCU, ARM, or AU industry designations preferred. INS21, 22 and 23 or equivalent is a plus....

Insurance Underwriter Real Estate Investor P&C

  • Elgin, IL (20 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL (20 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Hotels Motels Apartment Buildings Boarding Houses Mobile Home Parks Student Housing General Liability Property Casualty E&S Excess Surplus Workers Compensation Employment Practices Errors & Omissions...

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Underwriting Analyst

  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Role overview: Gather underwriting information to properly evaluate commercial risks for acceptability within company guidelines. Underwrite for profit....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Sugar Grove, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Sugar Grove, 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 Sugar Grove, 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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