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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Surety Underwriter

Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge surety underwriting risks within scope of responsibility. AFSB certification preferred....

Group Underwriting Consultant

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

The Group Underwriting Consultant underwrites and prices complex large group new business for the seven states in the west region....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

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

The ideal candidate will be adept at underwriting analysis with a creative approach to help us grow the commercial division CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred For...

P&C Underwriter/Broker

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

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

P&C Underwriter/Broker

  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago

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

Commercial Credit Underwriter

  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago

Candidates should have experience in investment commercial real estate underwriting....

Insurance Underwriter

  • Job, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Job, KY
  • 4 days ago

Two or more years of Short Term and Long Term Disability underwriting and risk analysis experience. Comprehensive understanding of risk pool management. Knowledge of the competitor landscape....

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Underwriter Sr-Business Banking

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 days ago

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

AVP, Construction Casualty Underwriter-Team Lead

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 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....

Production Underwriter - Remote in the State of Georgia

  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago

Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years....

Remote Work

Large Account Underwriting Specialist - Remote

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago

Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years....

Remote Work

Commercial Underwriter II or III for CRE

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: You will be responsible for performing financial analysis and underwriting for Commercial Real Estate loan transactions....

Credit Analyst-Loan Underwriter

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 8 days ago

\nCoordinate with lending staff to gather and clear underwriting conditions, process, and fund loans....

SBA Underwriter IV

  • Covington, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 9 days ago

Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for underwriting Business Banking SBA loans to determine credit worthiness and compliance with Bank and SBA lending policies....

Remote Work

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred Level Funded medical underwriting experience strongly preferred....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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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
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
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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