Underwriting Jobs in Maine

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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Home Office Underwriting Manager - Commercial Surety

  • Augusta, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 1 day ago

Travelers is seeking a collaborative and analytical individual with underwriting expertise to join the Commercial Surety Home Office Underwriting team....

Employee Benefits Underwriting Consultant

  • Portland, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: The opportunity: The Employee Benefits Underwriting Consultant lies in the Group Benefits Underwriting organization....

Remote Underwriting Manager, TPO Specialty Products

  • Augusta, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 4 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Remote Work

Group Underwriter Consultant, Senior

  • South Portland, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 6 days ago

Position is the most senior technical underwriting expert....

Construction Surety Underwriting Professional Development Program

  • South Portland, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 11 days ago

Construction Services underwriting includes financial and contract analysis, customer meetings, job site visits, and consultative services. What Will You Do?...

Underwriter Facultative Property

  • Stockholm, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Stockholm, ME
  • 11 days ago

Hannover Re - with around 3,900 employees at locations all over the world. Our strength? Connecting Power: We rely on each other. As a reinsurer, we protect customers in the event of a claim. This...

Remote Work

Underwriting Trainee, Construction Services

  • South Portland, ME
  • 12 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 12 days ago

Undergo extensive training in order to underwrite, market to, negotiate with, and influence agents and brokers to manage a profitable book of business....

Associate Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Augusta, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 15 days ago

The incumbent develops and uses discretion of Underwriting authority, within the policies of HMIG, and ensure appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Home Equity Underwriting Manager

  • Lebanon, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Lebanon, ME
  • 15 days ago

What You'll Bring: 5+ years of mortgage/home equity underwriting experience. Leadership experience in underwriting or mortgage operations....

Senior Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Augusta, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 15 days ago

The incumbent uses discretion of Underwriting authority within the policies of HMIG and ensures appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter - Cyber & Technology

  • Augusta, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 15 days ago

Underwrite and skillfully negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability....

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • South Portland, ME
  • 16 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 16 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....

If you have questions about the role, please contact Johanna Mola, Head of Property Underwriting, BA Industrial on +46 73 707 3043 We look forward to your application!...

Small Business Lending Underwriter

  • Lebanon, ME
  • 21 days ago
  • Lebanon, ME
  • 21 days ago

Small Business Lending Underwriter Primary Location: Grand Rapids, MI Employee Status: Full-Time Hourly Estimated Hours/Week: 38 What You'll Get: Weekly Pay Comprehensive Health & Wellness package...

Senior Assistant Underwriter

  • Stockholm, ME
  • 25 days ago
  • Stockholm, ME
  • 25 days ago

Om teamet Du kommer vara en del av Underwriting Solutions teamet inom Industri och arbeta med ca 20 trevliga kollegor....

Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Maine

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 Maine offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.4%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.0%
Some College
2.4%
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 Maine
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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