Underwriting Jobs in Boston, MA

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

Underwriter, Global Transaction Solutions

We are looking for an intelligent and enthusiastic candidate to underwrite transactional risk insurance products, specializing in R&W insurance....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Educational Underwriter, Public Entity

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent 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...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

Description Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions (LMMS) is a highly collaborative team that draws on the firm's vast commercial and personal lines capabilities to bring a full range of tailored solutions...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Sr Underwriting Officer, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

Responsibilities: Provides expert technical underwriting assistance and formal referral approval for multiple lines of business (auto, general liability, workers compensation) in Mobility Solutions....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Chief Underwriter, North America Middle Market

Product, pricing & underwriting expertise in Commercial & Specialty Lines. Manages underwriting results to achieve corporate profitability....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty

; loss control/risk engineering; marketing techniques, regulatory environment and reinsurance; advanced-level knowledge of territory management....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Fine Art & Specie

Minimum 5+ years underwriting experience in Fine Arts and/or High Net Worth Inland Marine Requires knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, and procedures....

Commercial Credit Underwriter/Portfolio Manager II - Leveraged Lending

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Based on underwriting parameters, recommend the risk rating. Prepare summary, present facts, and offers opinions concerning credit-worthiness....

Entry Level Underwriting Analyst

  • Concord, MA (16 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (16 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Strategic Risk Solutions Entry Level Underwriting Analyst Job Posted 4 Days Ago Reposted 4 Days Ago Concord, MA Entry level Assist the underwriting team with data analysis, client assessments, premium...

Sr Mgr - Underwriting

  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Position Summary Would you like to join CVS Health, a Fortune 5 company, on our multifaceted Underwriting team?...

Construction Casualty Underwriter-AVP

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 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....

Associate, Specialty Underwriter & Portfolio Manager

  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Sr Mgr - Underwriting

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

**Position Summary** Would you like to join CVS Health, a Fortune 5 company, on our multifaceted Underwriting team?...

Mortgage Loan Underwriter Senior

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

. * Minimum 7 years of experience in jumbo and super jumbo underwriting to investor or organization's guidelines required * Minimum 7 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (...

Group Underwriter II (Stop Loss)

  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 4 days ago

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

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Boston, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Boston, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.5%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Some College
2.4%
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 Boston, MA
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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