Underwriting Jobs in Kansas City, KS

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

Underwriter

Consistently adheres to underwriting letter of authority, guidelines, and insurance laws. Manage results of book of business and implement underwriting action when applicable....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial

We encourage you to apply and bring your expertise if you're a: Strategic Account Manager : As part of your portfolio strategy, you'll ensure a profitable book of Property and Casualty insurance by...

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Commercial Real Estate Underwriter II

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 11 hours ago

CRE loans (non-owner occupied CRE loans $1,000,000 or greater) in accordance with established underwriting policies, practices and standards....

Underwriter Trainee

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 17 hours ago

In this position, you will learn to underwrite and analyze new and renewal business....

Loss Sensitive Construction Underwriter, Account Executive

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 1 day 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?...

Mortgage Underwriter III

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 4 days ago

Review and reach an underwriting decision on the appraisal....

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Middle Markets Underwriter (Mid-Senior - Senior)

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 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....

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Entry-Level Insurance Associate Underwriter - Commercial Lines

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for people with: 1 year experience as support staff in an office environment or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university Ability to earn a Property & Casualty License...

Construction Casualty Underwriter (Level I or II)

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 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....

Remote Work

Insurance Analyst, Multifamily Capital Insurance Analyst, Multifamily Capital

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago

Insurance Analyst, Multifamily Capital PNC Financial Services Group 3.6 ( ) Overland Park, KS Why you should apply for a job to PNC Financial Services Group : Ranked as one of the 4.1/5 in...

Assistant Underwriter

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago

What You'll Do You will know the underwriting appetite and guidelines of our various programs intimately. We are not a "Dr. No" underwriting shop....

Middle Markets Underwriter (Mid-Senior - Senior)

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 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....

Associate Underwriter

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago

Our Associate Underwriters underwrite and supervise a portion of an Underwriter's book of business, support renewal and new business development, and have the opportunity to achieve full underwriting...

Construction Casualty Underwriter (Level I or II)

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 8 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....

Underwriting Analyst

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 12 days ago

Assist Underwriting and Error Resolution staff as needed....

Demographic Data for Kansas City, KS

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Kansas City, KS

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Kansas City, KS 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 Kansas City, KS
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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