Underwriting Jobs in Indianola, 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.

1-15 of 21 Jobs

Sr. Small Business Banking Underwriter

  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 1 day ago

**Duties & Responsibilities:** + Analyze financial statements + Utilize bank systems for loan processing and completion of loan proposal + Complete underwriting and communicate credit decisions within...

Manager, Underwriting - Commercial Lines

  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Completion of CIC or CPCU is preferred. Experience: Typically, eight to 10 years of commercial lines underwriting experience preferred. Supervisory or management experience desired....

Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter

  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Works primarily on complex or high visibility cases, markets or underwriting methods. Additional Responsibilities are: Identifies training issues and recommends a course of action....

Underwriter - Stop Loss Underwriter - Stop Loss

  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Candidates who do not have experience in underwriting for stop loss on their resume will not be considered at this time....

Mortgage Loan Underwriter Senior

  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 3 days ago

. * Minimum 7 years of experience in jumbo and super jumbo underwriting to investor or organizations guidelines required * Minimum 7 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (i.e...

Commercial Underwriting Associate

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Supports underwriters on underwriting issues, documentation, compliance and billing....

Nonprofit Underwriting Associate - Hybrid Opportunity

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 8 days ago

One (1) year experience in the Property & Casualty insurance industry....

Sr Underwriter

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Serves as the Underwriting representative for the region and fills in for the Manager when requested....

Sr. Contract Underwriter - Ohio

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Operates within the authority established by the Senior Vice President - Contract Underwriting....

Territory Contract Underwriter - Syracuse

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in business, underwriting, insurance or a related field plus 3-6 years of experience in bond underwriting or...

Field Underwriting Technician - Hybrid Opportunity

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 16 days ago

As the Underwriting Technician, you are responsible for reviewing requests via email from the agents and underwriters....

E&S Business Development Underwriter

  • Urbandale, IA (19 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Urbandale, IA (19 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 16 days ago

We offer General Liability, Property, Inland Marine and Excess policies through Berkley appointed agencies in 49 states. Benefit Highlights Aspire offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage....

Commercial Lines Underwriting Specialist, Religious Organizations - Hybrid or Remote Opportunity

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Six years of progressively responsible experience in commercial underwriting, including three years in a property and casualty insurance company....

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Senior Training Specialist-Underwriting

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

Coordinate all phases of the underwriting curriculum development....

Contract Underwriting Analyst

  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (15 miles from Indianola, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

Provides guidance to existing underwriters on underwriting support issues, documentation, compliance and billing....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Indianola, IA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Indianola, IA 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 Indianola, 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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