Underwriting Jobs in Willow Springs, 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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Brown & Brown Inc

Cyber/Tech E&O Underwriter

Successful: Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Finance, or related field Minimum 2-3 years of cyber liability/tech E&O underwriting experience in commercial insurance Technology E&O underwriting...

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

Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences

of 2 years of proven underwriting management experience is preferred CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business Proven...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Life Sciences

property, general liability, products liability, clinical trials liability, errors & omissions (E&O), cyber, excess/umbrella, workers' compensation, auto, and multinational coverages....

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

Liberty Mutual Insurance Group offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, property, commercial automobile, general liability...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Ironshore Environmental Wholesale Distribution

They contribute to maintaining a profitable, diversified book of business through effective underwriting decision making, mutually beneficial agent/brokers relationships, and application of underwriting...

AVP, Underwriter - Architects & Engineers

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Maintains underwriting quality assurance systems to ensure effective control and delivery of robust underwriting processes....

Senior Underwriting Assistant - Inland Marine

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Senior Data Analyst/Underwriter - Employee Health & Benefits

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 1 day ago

About Marsh McLennan Agency Midwest Marsh McLennan Agency's Midwest Region is a full-service brokerage providing business insurance, employee benefits, private client insurance, and retirement...

Underwriter/Senior Underwriter II - Asset Based Finance

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Required Qualifications: 4+ years experience credit, underwriting, and structuring of corporate lending transactions for the AB Underwriter 7+ years experience credit, underwriting, and structuring...

Broker/Underwriter

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Underwrites, services, and manages assigned accounts. Has Production and Service goals assigned and is measured on attainment of both....

Underwriter II, Professional Cyber - Tech

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 2 days ago

underwriting unit goals....

Underwriting Specialist (Commercial P&C)(Remote or Hybrid)

  • Lisle, IL (11 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (11 miles from Willow Springs, IL)
  • 2 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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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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AI for Loan Underwriting
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Insurance Underwriting Principles and Practices
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Insurance Underwriting Techniques for Insurance Brokers
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Willow Springs, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Willow Springs, 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
9.8%
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 Willow Springs, 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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