Underwriting Jobs in Shakopee, MN

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

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Life Sciences

property, general liability, products liability, clinical trials liability, errors & omissions (E&O), cyber, excess/umbrella, workers' compensation, auto, and multinational coverages....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences

of 2 years of proven underwriting management experience is preferred CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business Proven...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Inland Marine

assistant Knowledge Command of insurance finance and actuarial concepts Thorough knowledge of commercial insurance products, underwriting, risk selection, pricing and marketplaces, as well as regulatory...

Stop Loss Underwriting Consultant

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 7 hours ago

The Stop Loss Underwriting Consultant, evaluates and underwrites Group Stop Loss....

Senior Equipment Finance Underwriter

  • Saint Louis Park, MN (16 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis Park, MN (16 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 1 day ago

or business loan and lease requests within Equipment Finance Underwriting functional area Review and research moderately complex commercial or business loan and lease requests that require an in-depth...

Lead Equipment Finance Underwriter

  • Saint Louis Park, MN (16 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis Park, MN (16 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 1 day ago

or business loan and lease requests within Equipment Finance Underwriting functional area Review and research moderately complex commercial or business loan and lease requests that require an in-depth...

Business Banking Underwriter II

  • Minnetonka, MN (14 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minnetonka, MN (14 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 2 days 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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Environmental Finance - Project Finance - Underwriter/ Project Manager Associate

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Additionally, assist in the preparation of underwriting packages for proposed debt financings....

Associate Group Underwriter - Life & Disability

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 4 days ago

The Associate Underwriter role is an early career underwriting opportunity with a well-defined, clear career path....

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Lead Equipment Finance Credit Underwriter

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 4 days ago

$15MM Strong communication skills with experience presenting to Senior Leadership and communicating with external clients Job Expectations: Ability to travel up to 10% of the time Ability to work...

Senior Associate Underwriter

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Kaufman Group, is North America's leading wholesale insurance broker and underwriting manager....

Commercial Real Estate Underwriter (Housing Capital)

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 4 days ago

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Auto Underwriter I

  • Eagan, MN (19 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (19 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Underwrite other loan products as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability....

Lead Equipment Finance Credit Underwriter

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 6 days ago

#commercialbanking The WFEF Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) Underwriter is responsible for the underwriting and management of titled vehicle vendor, leasing or finance, and third party origination programs...

Small Business Administration (SBA) Underwriter

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Shakopee, MN)
  • 8 days ago

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with a thorough understanding of SBA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the ability to apply them effectively in underwriting decisions....

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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AI for Loan Underwriting
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Loan Processing: Underwriting
Underwriting is the fourth step in processing a loan. It's what happens behind the scenes once you submit your application. It's one of the most critical steps, because the underwriter makes the...
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Insurance Underwriting Principles and Practices
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Shakopee, MN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Shakopee, MN 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 Shakopee, MN
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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