Underwriting Jobs in Maryland
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.
Part Time Underwriter Location: Various locations accepted Department: Underwriting General Business Hours: M-F 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m....
HybridWe are for you, for good and for better.The Underwriting Manager will manage assigned underwriting staff to ensure prompt processing and underwriting of applications and adnce to underwriting guidelines...
In Personthe underwriting team, including workload allocation, mentorship, training, and performance management Establish, maintain, and refine underwriting standards, credit policies, and best practices for...
RemoteUnderwriter Insurance Automobile Dealerships - Frederick, MD
- Diedre Moire Corporation
- Frederick, MD
- 7 days ago
- Frederick, MD
- 7 days ago
Boat Dealerships Open Lots Property Casualty Excess Surplus Reinsurance General Liability _.Seeking Underwriter with the ability to underwrite dealers open lot risks for new and renewal franchised...
In PersonSr Credit Underwriter/Underwriter II-Global Leasing/Equipment Finance
- Bank of America
- Cockys Ht Vly, MD
- 8 days ago
- Cockys Ht Vly, MD
- 8 days ago
MBA or CFA preferred Skills: Attention to Detail Credit and Risk Assessment Financial Analysis Underwriting Written Communications Analytical Thinking Credit Documentation Requirements Financial Forecasting...
In PersonInsurance Underwriter Accounts Administration - Ellicott City, MD
- Diedre Moire Corporation
- Ellicott City, MD
- 11 days ago
- Ellicott City, MD
- 11 days ago
Insurance Underwriter Accounts Administration - Ellicott City, MD Insurance Underwriter Accounts Administration - Ellicott City, MD Insurance Underwriting Assistant Associate Underwriter Accounts Administrator...
In PersonIns Underwriter Car Truck Boat Dealerships - Waldorf, MD
- Diedre Moire Corporation
- Waldorf, MD
- 14 days ago
- Waldorf, MD
- 14 days ago
Dealerships Open Lots Property Casualty Excess Surplus Reinsurance General Liability _....
In PersonSr. Underwriter - Auto Dealerships - Ellicott City, MD
- Diedre Moire Corporation
- Ellicott City, MD
- 14 days ago
- Ellicott City, MD
- 14 days ago
Activities: Generate and retain profitable business; underwrite new and renewal dealers open lot business....
In PersonIt also works collaboratively with the underwriting and data teams to perform financial and data analysis of a client’s healthcare plans....
Remote- Kaufman Financial Group
- Hunt Valley, MD
- 16 days ago
- Hunt Valley, MD
- 16 days ago
lines underwriting or brokerage experience required, excess & surplus experience preferred Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing Proven organization skills and ability with a strong attention...
HybridMiddle Market Underwriter / Account Executive - Commercial Accounts
- Travelers Companies
- Hunt Valley, MD
- 16 days ago
- Hunt Valley, MD
- 16 days ago
Total account solutions include General Liability, Property, Automobile, Workers' Compensation, and Lead Umbrella....
In PersonYou will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....
HybridOverview Position Summary: Analyzes new and existing personal lines business to evaluate degree of risk and potential exposure; accepts, rejects, or modifies coverage; underwrites policies and establishes...
In PersonSenior Professional Liability Underwriter - Architects & Engineers
- GAIC Great American Insurance Company
- MD
- 19 days ago
- MD
- 19 days ago
Enters, maintains, and monitors accounts using underwriting, analysis, and desktop systems. Prepares effective internal and external communications on underwriting issues....
RemoteAVP, Contract Surety Underwriter - Central Region
- Allianz Insurance
- Baltimore, MD
- 22 days ago
- Baltimore, MD
- 22 days ago
Conducting account and portfolio underwriting activities in a manner consistent with underwriting guidelines and portfolio management requirements established by the company....
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- Credit Analysis
- Federal Housing Administration
- Credit Underwriting
- Lending
- FHLMC
- Federal National Morgage Association
- Loan Documentation
- Conventional Loans
- Jumbo Loans
- General Liability
- Property and Casualty Insurance
- Insurance Underwriting
- Commercial Insurance
- Property Insurance
- Premium Audit
- Professional Liability
- Umbrella Insurance
- Agency Management
- Loss Control
- Mortgage Underwriting
- Underwriting
- Cross Selling
- Claims
- Financial Statements
- Appraisal
- Mortgage Processing
- Financial Modeling
- Workers' Compensation
- File Management
- Financial Analysis
- Referrals
- Reimbursement
- Analytical Skills
- Risk Management
- Relationship Management
- Finance
- Decision Making
- Negotiation
- Retail
- Accounting
- Military Background
- Auditing
- Written Communication
- Presentation
- Mentoring
- Documentation
- Coaching
- Employee Development
- Reporting
- Policy Development
- Critical Thinking
- Filing
- Collaboration
- Flexibility
- Bachelor's Degree
- Sales
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Staff Supervision
- Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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