Underwriting Jobs in Michigan

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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Must demonstrate comprehension of complex technical underwriting issues and be capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and administrative processes/ workflows to properly manage...

Surety Senior Account Underwriter

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 22 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 22 hours ago

Founded in 1848, Westfield is a global leader in property and casualty insurance, delivering superior risk insights and innovative solutions to customers through a diverse portfolio of insurance products...

Personal Lines Underwriter

  • Lansing, MI
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 22 hours ago

This job performs and applies insurance coverage, rules and guidelines to execute the underwriting decision-making process according to Company underwriting philosophy....

Remote Work

Consumer Underwriter

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 1 day ago

Join Kellogg Community Credit Union as a Consumer Underwriter at our Second St. branch! As the Consumer Underwriter, you will be responsible for assessing the creditworthiness of loan applicants...

Credit Portfolio Underwriter Sr - BIN Sponsorship

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 2 days ago

Underwrites complex and large credit requests for prospects and clients....

Remote Work

Sr, Mortgage Loan Underwriter

  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 2 days ago

Collaborate with the processor prior to underwriting on loan files with difficult characteristics....

Commercial Credit Underwriter

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago

This position reports to an Underwriting Team Lead....

Underwriter III-CL

  • MI
  • 3 days ago
  • MI
  • 3 days ago

Insurance designations, such as CPCU preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of underwriting and risk analysis Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions...

Consumer Underwriter - Commercial Services Group - Mid West Region

  • Lansing, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 3 days ago

**The Work Itself** * Maximize portfolio revenue by practicing sound underwriting judgment and risk management principles.* Ensure compliance with underwriting policies; elevate risk issues, and stay...

Wholesale Lending Sr. Underwriter

  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago

Primary Duties: Underwrite mortgage loan transactions as required. Products determined by approved Underwriting authority. Run various AUS programs, review findings and clear conditions....

Underwriter Sr-Business Banking

  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 days ago

**Duties & Responsibilities:** + Analyze financial statements + Utilize bank systems for loan processing and completion of loan proposal + Complete underwriting and communicate credit decisions within...

Underwriting Assistant Manager-CL

  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 days ago

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration or equivalent relevant experience Six years of commercial lines underwriting experience CPCU designation...

Underwriting Assistant Manager-CL

  • MI
  • 8 days ago
  • MI
  • 8 days ago

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration or equivalent relevant experience Six years of commercial lines underwriting experience CPCU designation...

E&S Underwriter

  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 8 days ago

About Our Company A premier national provider of property and casualty insurance, Atain is an A.M. Best A rated insurance company....

Commercial Underwriter III

  • Troy, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 8 days ago

Competencies** Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Analysis, Knowledge of Underwriting...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Michigan

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
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 Michigan
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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