Underwriting Jobs in Dorchester Center, 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

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

Chief Underwriter, North America Middle Market

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

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....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

commercial and personal lines capabilities to bring a full range of tailored solutions and nuanced approaches to the rapidly evolving mobility landscape....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Large Property

Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 7 years expected, typically 10 years or more, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related business experience CPCU or...

AVP, Underwriting Officer Or VP Senior Underwriting Officer

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 23 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....

Underwriting Analyst, Underwriting Tech

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable...

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Accounts

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

National Commercial Underwriting Manager I - State & Muni Vertical

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

The National Commercial Underwriting Manager I manages the credit underwriting and credit administration functions for assigned portfolio, consistent with the TD Bank Group Risk Appetite Principles....

Sr. Ocean Marine Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

in alignment with our risk appetite. + Excellent communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations with agents and brokers. + CPCU designation....

Market Underwriter - HNAS

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 14 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...

ABL Underwriter & Portfolio Manager

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Summary The ABL Underwriter & Portfolio Manager focuses on underwriting, structuring, servicing and documenting new and renewal credits....

Middle Market Underwriter & Portfolio Manager

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 1 day ago

(Req) Work Experience: 5-9 years of financial analysis, structuring, underwriting and portfolio management experience (Req). 5-9 years of hands-on experience underwriting middle market loan transactions...

Commercial Credit Underwriter I-II

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: The UW is responsible for underwriting and structuring of credit transactions....

Commercial Credit Senior Underwriter I, CRE

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Dorchester Center, MA)
  • 2 days ago

RESPONSBILITIES Facilitate the credit needs of customers by underwriting new requests and material modifications from deal screen through approval....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Dorchester Center, MA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Dorchester Center, MA 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 Dorchester Center, 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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