Underwriting Jobs in Essex, 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

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Technology

Qualifications Advanced-level knowledge of insurance products/coverage, underwriting, pricing, risk selection, market segments and marketplace; insurance finance and actuarial concepts; loss control...

Mortgage Loan Underwriter Senior

  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

. * Minimum 7 years of experience in jumbo and super jumbo underwriting to investor or organizations guidelines required * Minimum 7 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (i.e...

AVP, Surety Underwriting Officer or VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

  • Owings Mills, MD (21 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (21 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 1 day 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....

Senior Underwriter

  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Job Posting End Date: August 30 When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service...

Underwriting Consultant

  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 6 days ago

**General Summary:** The Underwriting Consultant will demonstrate expert risk evaluation, selection and retention of profitable business within assigned authority limits....

Duo Underwriter

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Reporting Line: Program Underwriting Director With responsibility for growing and retaining a profitable portfolio of "DUO" non-can policies, Duo Underwriting uniquely includes elements of Credit and...

Executive Commercial Surety Underwriter - West Region

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Recognized expertise in the underwriting of surety accounts and risks. Proven track record of successful underwriting result Key Requirements: At least 7 years industry experience....

Remote Work

Underwriter 1 - Select Business

  • Hunt Valley, MD (18 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD (18 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 8 days ago

It also works collaboratively with the underwriting and data teams to perform financial and data analysis of a clients healthcare plans....

Underwriting Analyst

  • Cockeysville, MD (18 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Cockeysville, MD (18 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Underwriting Analyst ArmadaCare (Hunt Valley MD / Hybrid) The Underwriting Analyst plays a critical role within the Underwriting team....

Senior Contract Surety Underwriter

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Recognized expertise in the underwriting of surety accounts and risks. Proven track record of successful underwriting result Key Requirements: At least 4 years industry experience....

Remote Work

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Hanover, MD (17 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (17 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 16 days ago

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

Property Underwriting Director

  • Hunt Valley, MD (18 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD (18 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered. 12+ years of experience in Property and Casualty insurance underwriting. 5+ years of management experience....

Account Manager - Underwriting Assistant - Bond & Specialty Insurance

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 21 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 21 days ago

Pull prospect lists for underwriting teams from the Vault. Scrub and distribute new business leads from Middle Market to the underwriting teams (ML)....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior (National Accounts)

  • Hanover, MD (17 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (17 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 21 days ago

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

RCC Associate Underwriter

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Essex, MD)
  • 23 days ago

a minimum of 1 year underwriting or related experience....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Essex, MD

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Essex, 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
9.8%
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 Essex, 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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