Underwriting Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Middle Market Underwriter - New England Region (Remote)

  • WAHVE
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • WAHVE
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

TO BECOME A WORK-AT-HOME VINTAGE EXPERT, WE REQUIRE 25 years of full-time work experience 10 most recent years of Commercial Lines Property & Casualty insurance experience BENEFITS OF BECOMING A WAHVE...

Remote

Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director - Construction Casualty

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • Boston, MA
  • 26 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 26 days ago

As a member of Zurichs Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with our Preferred Distribution Partners...

Hybrid

Remote Executive Construction Liability Underwriter

  • Broughton Group
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers focused in the...

Remote Full Time

Senior Underwriter - Builders Risk

  • AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

This underwriting position is designed for an individual with a minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience in Builders Risk....

Hybrid

Environmental Underwriter

  • The Hartford
  • Boston, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 16 days ago

Underwrite new and renewal policies within assumed underwriting authority including negotiating insurance policy terms and conditions....

Hybrid

Captives Underwriter

  • The Hartford
  • Boston, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 17 days ago

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

Hybrid

Production Underwriter/Broker

  • USG Holding
  • Boston, MA
  • 23 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 23 days ago

Strong knowledge and experience of property and casualty insurance including: coverages, rating, terminology and technical procedures. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: P&C License required....

Remote

Commercial Lines Auto Underwriter Sr (Hybrid - Webster or Boston)

  • MAPFRE Insurance
  • Webster, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Webster, MA
  • 24 days ago

Conduct underwriting analysis in alignment with established authority levels, guidelines, procedures, and underwriting philosophies....

Hybrid

Underwriter II - Commercial / Pharmacy / Select Mkts

  • BCBS Massachusetts
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

A minimum of 3 years group health underwriting experience is required....

Hybrid

Life Sciences Underwriter - Boston

  • The Hartford
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Make underwriting decisions within individual authority; consult with subject matter experts for complex cases....

Hybrid

Underwriting Consultant (Meritain Health)

  • CVS Health
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Jobs Boston, MA Underwriting Consultant (Meritain CVS Health Underwriting Consultant (Meritain Health) Boston, MA Apply We're building a world of health around every individual shaping a more connected...

Remote

Commercial Surety - Underwriting Performance Director Surety (Remote/Hybrid)

  • Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.
  • Worcester, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Consistent delivery of underwriting excellence and adherence to underwriting standardsStrong portfolio performance aligned with profitability and growth objectivesEffective execution of underwriting...

Hybrid

Director, Construction Services Business Development - Commercial Lines (Middle Market Construction Field Underwriting Director)...

Remote

Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director - Group Captives

  • Zurich NA
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director - Group Captives 132487 Zurich is currently hiring an Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director - Group Captives for our Schaumburg HQ!...

Hybrid Full Time

Underwriting Consultant, Natl Accounts Primary-Northeast

  • CNA
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Completes underwriting write ups to detail the underwriting thought process including analysis of operations, exposures, coverage and losses....

Hybrid

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Massachusetts
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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