Underwriting Jobs in Clarksburg, MD

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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Multifamily Underwriting Manager

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Your Impact: Management Manage and monitor pipeline of deals in underwriting stages....

Multifamily Senior Underwriter Affordable Housing

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

leadership, Production, Legal, and Capital Markets to resolve issues as they arise through the underwriting process to achieve shared success Mentoring and training of underwriting staff Qualifications...

Underwriting Analyst

  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Department: Affordable Underwriting We are Walker & Dunlop....

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Residential Mortgage Underwriter

  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications & Skills Experience: 25 years in residential mortgage underwriting preferred; BPL underwriting experience highly preferred....

CFP Underwriting Supervisor

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago

We are currently seeking a CFP Underwriting Supervisor to join our dynamic team!...

Senior Commercial Underwriter

  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Assist with training & mentoring of commercial underwriting team members. Attend client meetings, as appropriate, to support underwriting request....

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • Ashburn, VA (18 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (18 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 12 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....

Associate Underwriter

  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 14 days ago

An ideal candidate will have 4+ years of Commercial Underwriting experience. This role is hybrid in Chevy Chase, MD and pays $110-120K depending on experience. Apply here to learn more!...

Analyst, Underwriter & Portfolio Manager - Regional Commercial Bank

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 15 days ago

Analyst, Underwriter & Portfolio Manager - Regional Commercial Bank The Underwriting and Portfolio Management organization is responsible for working with internal partners to underwrite new transactions...

Analyst, Specialty Underwriter & Portfolio Manager

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 25 days ago

Analyst, Specialty Underwriter & Portfolio Manager The Underwriting and Portfolio Management organization is responsible for working with internal partners to underwrite new transactions and manage...

Insurance Analyst

  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Clear knowledge of Commercial Insurance Coverage -Property, (including Flood, Wind, Earthquake and Terrorism), General Liability (including Workers Comp and Auto), Professional Liability and Umbrella...

Agency Underwriter and Portfolio Manager I

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or Military Experience At least 2 years of experience in credit underwriting, portfolio management, or asset management....

Indirect Lending Underwriter

  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

outlined; which includes the key ratios/numbers to protect the Credit Union’s interests Maintain current knowledge on all Credit Union loan offerings, standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk-based underwriting...

Entry Level Underwriter

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

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

GSE Underwriting Coordinator

  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (22 miles from Clarksburg, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Department: GSE Underwriting We are Walker & Dunlop....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Clarksburg, MD

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Clarksburg, MD 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 Clarksburg, MD
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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