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...

Commercial Underwriting Technician- Farm

  • Fremont, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, MI
  • 1 day ago

Commercial Underwriting Technician- Fremont Insurance What you will do: Perform various risk analysis and support activities relating to commercial insurance underwriting functions based on area of...

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Advanced insurance designations (e.g., CPCU, ARM) strongly preferred....

Business Banking Underwriter II

  • Byron Center, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Byron Center, MI
  • 1 day ago

Description Summary: The Business Banking Underwriter II is responsible for underwriting Business Banking loans to determine credit worthiness and compliance with Bank lending policy....

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Junior Underwriter - Up to $20,000 in Potential Incentives

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago

records Perform risk assessment reports Analyze clients financial statements and identify effective alternatives to application Maintain knowledge of and adhere to investor guidelines, state and federal underwriting...

Underwriter I

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago

records Perform risk assessment reports Analyze clients financial statements and identify effective alternatives to application Maintain knowledge of and adhere to investor guidelines, state and federal underwriting...

Processing Underwriter - Up To $20,000 In Potential Incentives

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago

records Perform risk assessment reports Analyze clients financial statements and identify effective alternatives to application Maintain knowledge of and adhere to investor guidelines, state and federal underwriting...

PL Underwriting - Sr. Underwriter

  • Howell, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Howell, MI
  • 2 days ago

Frequent agency visits to drive the Personal Lines strategic agenda promoting sales and service....

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Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Property

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 4 days 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?...

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Accounts

  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days 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?...

Underwriting Specialist - Florida

  • Warren, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 7 days ago

[Our Values] [Our Benefits] [Our Community Impact] [Our Leadership] PURE Insurance is a property and casualty insurance companythink homes, cars, fine art and collectionsdesigned exclusively for financially...

Underwriter IV - Ocean Marine

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 9 days ago

Underwrite within defined broad limits and authority. Establish underwriting policy and procedures. Provide reports to management. Develop and maintain working relationships with agencies....

Senior Underwriter

  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 9 days ago

Relevant industry designations (e.g., CPCU, AU, ARM) preferred. Ability to travel: 10-15% About Our Company An established national provider of property and casualty insurance, Atain has an A.M....

Loan Underwriter III

  • Waterford, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Waterford, MI
  • 9 days ago

Assist lending management to maintain underwriting guidelines and loan procedures, as well as making recommendations to adjust, as needed....

SBA Business Banking Underwriter IV

  • Detroit, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 9 days ago

Previous authority to underwrite and decision credits without additional signers....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Michigan

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

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
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.8%
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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