Underwriting Jobs in Fort Meade, 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, Middle Market 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....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Large Property

CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses...

AVP, Surety Underwriting Officer or VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

  • Owings Mills, MD (24 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (24 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 2 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....

Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Products include Package, Property, General Liability, Auto, Worker's Compensation, Umbrella/Excess and International. Programs are guaranteed cost and Loss Sensitive structures....

Captives Executive Underwriter

  • Alexandria, VA (24 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (24 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 3 days ago

You will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....

MM - Southeast Region-MM Sr Sales Underwriting Specialist

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Uses all appropriate underwriting tools (e.g. RQI, WC RST, UWWS, and CLAY.), disciplines and knowledge of strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed....

Senior Commercial Underwriter

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 4 days ago

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

Insurance Analyst

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 4 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...

Remote Work

Underwriting Professional I, Associate Underwriter

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Property & Casualty license preferred – must be obtained within six months of hire date....

Surety VP Market Facing Underwriting Officer

  • Owings Mills, MD (24 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (24 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 5 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....

Underwriter

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 5 days ago

The Underwriter will provide exceptional service to our clients and underwrite multifamily products....

Executive Underwriter, Inland Marine (Remote)

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 10 days ago

(Job Duties)Select, price, quote and review new & renewal business in accordance with company underwriting guidelines and experienced, underwriting judgment.Independently work with assigned distribution...

Remote Work

Agency Underwriter - Affordable/Conventional

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities include providing analysis related to underwriting, due diligence, evaluating property and market data, and preparing comprehensive transaction narratives....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior (Stop Loss)

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 12 days ago

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

Structured Loan Underwriter

  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Fort Meade, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Analyze and underwrite new and existing lightly structured loans, applying financial analysis and basic scenario modeling to support approval decisions....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Fort Meade, MD

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Fort Meade, 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 Fort Meade, 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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