Underwriting Jobs in Warrenville, 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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Small CL Senior Field Underwriter

  • Itasca, IL (13 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (13 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

skill and coverage knowledge; ability to make underwriting decisions on POS and CPP accounts up to $50,000 premium size....

Multinational Executive Underwriter

  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Underwriting includes Property and Casualty lines of business....

Excess Casualty Underwriter II

  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days 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....

Inside Underwriter/Broker

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (19 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (19 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Evaluate & Quote (New & Renewal) Property & Casualty risks to meet company standards, underwriting guidelines and production quota/goals 2....

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BBCC Underwriter

  • Hickory Hills, IL (20 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hickory Hills, IL (20 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum of 3 years commercial underwriting experience. Agricultural underwriting experience is a plus....

Account Executive/Underwriter, Small Commercial. Job in Downers Grove Gr8Jobs

  • Downers Grove, IL (9 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (9 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting experience. What Is in It for You?...

Senior Underwriter

  • Downers Grove, IL (9 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (9 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 4 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...

Insurance Underwriter - Pollution Risks

  • Orland Park, IL (23 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (23 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Duties: *** Accept, modify, or decline risks. *** Underwrite Environmental risks for coverage lines including General Liability, Contractors Pollution Liability, Professional Liability, Premises Pollution...

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Account Executive / Underwriter - Small Commercial

  • Downers Grove, IL (9 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (9 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting experience. What Is in It for You?...

Commercial Surety Underwriter/Credit Analyst

  • Downers Grove, IL (9 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (9 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 11 days ago

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

E&S Primary Casualty Underwriter (Senior or AVP)

  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 11 days 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....

Insurance Underwriter - Pollution & Environmental

  • Bolingbrook, IL (10 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (10 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 11 days ago

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

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Commercial Underwriter II/III C&I

  • Hickory Hills, IL (20 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hickory Hills, IL (20 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Key Accountabilities Underwrite Loans Underwrite credit requests focusing on appropriate due diligence, risk assessment and asset quality ratings (AQR) Meet quality standards as outlined in ONB underwriting...

Personal Lines Auto Underwriting Supervisor

  • Bedford Park, IL (21 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bedford Park, IL (21 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 12 days ago

The Underwriting Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and monitoring the Personal Lines Underwriting team with a strong focus on quality and timeliness....

Senior Underwriter (Inland Marine & Property)

  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Warrenville, IL)
  • 13 days ago

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

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Warrenville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Warrenville, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
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 Warrenville, 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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