Underwriting Jobs in Council Bluffs, IA

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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Health Insurance Underwriter

  • Durham Staffing Solutions
  • Elkhorn, NE (19 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elkhorn, NE (19 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago

information needed for underwriting decisions or to explain underwriting outcomes Coordinate with Sr....

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Health Insurance Underwriter Manager

  • Durham Staffing Solutions
  • Elkhorn, NE (19 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Elkhorn, NE (19 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 6 days ago

insurance underwriting experience required Prior supervisory, team lead, or management experience required Exceptional administrative, organizational, and analytical skills Strong leadership presence...

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Sr Underwriter

  • Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description The Senior Commercial Underwriter is responsible for independently evaluating, underwriting, and managing complex commercial insurance risks in alignment with company underwriting guidelines...

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Health Insurance Underwriter Manager

  • Milliman
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 14 days ago

staff Ability to identify process improvement opportunities in underwriting models, workflows, and client service practices Five or more years of health insurance underwriting experience required Prior...

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Underwriter III

  • Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 19 days ago

Educates, coaches, and trains agents on underwriting procedures, philosophy, and new products....

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Health Insurance Underwriter

  • Milliman
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 19 days ago

clients to gather additional information needed for underwriting decisions or to explain underwriting outcomes Coordinate with Sr....

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Pharmacy Underwriter

  • Medica
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 26 days ago

, and Pharmacy teams Runs client level rebate projections in support of underwriting for pharmacy RFPs Works with RFP and Underwriting team to complete pharmacy RFP questionnaires Interacts with external...

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Assistant Underwriter

  • National Indemnity Company
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

Review and record new business submissions into ImageRight for Underwriting....

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Senior Underwriter

  • Clinical Reference Laboratory, Inc.
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree or equivalent underwriting experience....

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Entry Level Underwriter

  • National Indemnity Company
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

We are a commercial property & casualty insurance company looking to fill entry-level underwriting positions. We consider a variety of backgrounds and do not require insurance experience....

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Middle Market Commercial Underwriter, Account Executive

  • Travelers Companies
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Total account solutions include General Liability, Property, Automobile, Workers' Compensation, and Lead Umbrella....

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Associate Underwriter - Crop

  • QBE
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Supplementary information Skills: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Data Entry, Detail-Oriented, Financial Advising, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration...

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Senior Underwriter, Inland Marine

  • Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Proficient negotiation and insurance underwriting skills. Adaptable and able to thrive within the ever-evolving market. Sharp analytical skills to navigate financial statements and complex data....

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Underwriting Manager, Agriculture

  • Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Argo Group and Farm Family are specialty property and casualty insurance brands whose underwriting companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of Brookfield Wealth Solutions, a leading provider of wealth...

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Underwriter (No Experience Required)

  • Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Makes underwriting decisions on routine insurance risks and refers risks outside underwriting authority to appropriate referral underwriting resource, as appropriate....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Council Bluffs, IA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Council Bluffs, IA 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 Council Bluffs, IA
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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