Underwriting Jobs in Kentucky

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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Market Underwriter - HNAS

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 7 hours ago

. + Responsible for portfolio of clients through underwriting engagement, from identification through documentation of final sold-contract details + Assess risk by looking at various risk measures such...

Sr. Middle Market Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

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

Business Banking Underwriter III - Practice Finance

  • Covington, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 5 days ago

field Proven track record to support high levels of loan volume Ability to underwrite credit exposures in excess of $2.5MM Previous authority to underwrite and decision credits without additional signers...

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Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 9 days ago

Due to growth, CVS is looking to add Manager of Underwriting, Pharmacy....

Underwriter II - Tax Credit

  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago

Risks, Process Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Underwriter II - Tax Credit

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago

Risks, Process Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Title Insurance Underwriter

  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 days ago

Diverse Responsibilities: Engage in underwriting, workflow administration, customer service, and document recording....

Underwriter

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 14 days ago

\nAccurately prepare loan documents in accordance with underwriting decisions. \nEnsure timely and compliant funding of loans....

Loan Servicer/Underwriter Specialist

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 14 days ago

TITLE: Loan Servicing and Underwriting Specialist REPORTS TO: AVP, Loan Support \n Position Summary The Loan Servicing and Underwriting Specialist is a hybrid role responsible for managing various aspects...

Underwriter position is $84k - $114k/year with a 25% bonus potential, the Underwriting Specialist is $105k - $140k with a 25% bonus potential....

CPCU, RPLU) preferred Required Experience: Minimum of 15 years underwriting experience with a history of profitable growth Broad-based background in the line of business with experience in SME and large...

National Commercial Underwriter

  • Florence, KY
  • 17 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 17 days ago

overflow of settlement statements Forward-facing transaction management with heavy interaction between all parties to a commercial transaction Work closely with local and/or agency counsel on complex underwriting...

Group Underwriting Consultant

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred....

P&C Underwriter/Broker

  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 days ago

Proactively stay abreast on relevant industry and market trends that impact underwriting guidelines, pricing and premiums....

P&C Underwriter/Broker

  • Lexington, KY
  • 20 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 20 days ago

Proactively stay abreast on relevant industry and market trends that impact underwriting guidelines, pricing and premiums....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Kentucky

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.9%
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 Kentucky
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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