Underwriting Jobs in District Heights, 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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $64000.00 - $194000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Description Responsible for a profitable book of insurance business by marketing, managing, underwriting, and...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Loss Sensitive - Large Construction

typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Technology

A related bachelor's degree; seven to ten years of relevant experience preferred; CPCU or professional insurance designation strongly preferred....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Markets Construction

If you're a talented commercial insurance underwriter with construction expertise, confidence, and a deal-oriented mindset, this is an excellent opportunity for you....

Manager, Underwriting

  • Annapolis, MD (20 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (20 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

The Underwriting Manager serves as a key support role within the Meritain Underwriting team, providing day-to-day management and mentorship to a group of underwriters....

Market Underwriter - HNAS

  • Annapolis, MD (20 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (20 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 15 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...

Analyst, Speciality Underwriter & Portfolio Manager - Healthcare Real Estate

  • McLean, VA (15 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (15 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Analyst, Speciality Underwriter & Portfolio Manager - Healthcare Real Estate The Underwriting and Portfolio Management organization is responsible for working with internal partners to underwrite new...

Underwriting Specialist II

  • Washington, DC (8 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (8 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 2 days ago

& Casualty license or must obtain within 90 days of hire Insurance industry experience preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong analytical skills Ability to multi-task and work...

Executive Underwriter, Energy

  • College Park, MD (10 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • College Park, MD (10 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 4 days ago

The Commercial Insurance team has an opening for a Senior Underwriter to join our Energy Practice (salary and title commensurate with experience)....

E&S Sr Brokerage Underwriter (Hybrid)

  • College Park, MD (10 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • College Park, MD (10 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 4 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....

Senior Underwriter, Property

  • Washington, DC (8 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (8 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 4 days ago

within Commercial Insurance....

Executive Underwriter, Energy

  • College Park, MD (10 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • College Park, MD (10 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 5 days ago

We offer a range of services including commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, accident and health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance....

Chief Underwriting Officer

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 5 days ago

What you need to have: Bachelor's degree in Insurance, Business, Risk Management, or related field (CPCU, ARM, or advanced degree preferred)....

GSE Underwriting Coordinator

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 6 days ago

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

Director, Underwriter Forensic & Litigation Consulting Multiple Locations

  • Washington, DC (8 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (8 miles from District Heights, MD)
  • 6 days ago

audits may include, Workers' Compensation, General Liability, Excess, Auto and/or Professional Liability Review and analyze underwriting guidelines of MGAs Assist with project management on each engagement...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in District Heights, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in District Heights, MD 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 District Heights, 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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