Underwriting Jobs in Johnston, 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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Lead Equipment Finance Underwriter

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 1 day ago

or business loan and lease requests within Equipment Finance Underwriting functional area Review and research moderately complex commercial or business loan and lease requests that require an in-depth...

Sr Field Underwriter, Small Commercial Lines

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Has an expert level of knowledge in commercial insurance contracts and is familiar with the various policy languages and endorsements....

Group Underwriter Consultant

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 2 days ago

CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses preferred. Healthcare industry experience preferred....

AgriSompo Crop Insurance Senior Underwriter

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Requirements Knowledge of the MPCI program and the applicable underwriting rules and procedures....

Sr Life Underwriter II

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Familiarity with underwriting software and electronic application systems....

Lead Equipment Finance Credit Underwriter

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 4 days ago

#commercialbanking The WFEF Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) Underwriter is responsible for the underwriting and management of titled vehicle vendor, leasing or finance, and third party origination programs...

Loss Sensitive Construction Underwriter, Account Executive

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 4 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Middle Market Commercial Underwriter, Account Executive

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Senior Equipment Finance Underwriter

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Underwriting functional area Review and research moderately complex commercial or business loan and lease requests that require an in-depth evaluation Perform periodic reviews on assigned portfolio...

Commercial Underwriter

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Communicate with Underwriting staff, agents and policyholders as necessary to properly carry out the functions of underwriting....

Surety Underwriting Intern

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 8 days ago

What You'll Do: Underwriting Case Evaluations: Support the evaluation and recommendation of underwriting cases involving significant financial amounts....

Marine Underwriter

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 8 days ago

We encourage all Inland Marine Underwriting professionals looking to join a collaborative team to apply....

Personal Lines Underwriter

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 9 days ago

What You'll Do: As a Personal Lines Underwriter, you will be responsible for the continuous growth of the company through the selection of desirable personal lines business....

Sr Underwriter - Business Development - Surety (Small Commercial - National Bond Center)

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Experience: Five years experience in surety underwriting preferred....

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Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 12 days ago

This job performs and applies insurance coverage, rules and guidelines to execute the underwriting decision-making process according to Company underwriting philosophy....

Remote Work

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Johnston, IA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Johnston, 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 Johnston, 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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