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.
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...
RemoteExecutive 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...
HybridRemote 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 TimeSenior 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....
HybridUnderwrite new and renewal policies within assumed underwriting authority including negotiating insurance policy terms and conditions....
HybridYou will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....
HybridStrong knowledge and experience of property and casualty insurance including: coverages, rating, terminology and technical procedures. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: P&C License required....
RemoteCommercial 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....
HybridUnderwriter 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....
HybridMake underwriting decisions within individual authority; consult with subject matter experts for complex cases....
HybridUnderwriting 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...
RemoteCommercial 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- Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
- Boston, MA
- 45+ days ago
- Boston, MA
- 45+ days ago
Director, Construction Services Business Development - Commercial Lines (Middle Market Construction Field Underwriting Director)...
RemoteExecutive 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 TimeUnderwriting 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....
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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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