Underwriting Jobs in Ridgeland, MS

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

Senior Underwriter, Middle Market Independent Agency

assistants, and junior underwriters Knowledge Command of insurance finance and actuarial concepts Thorough knowledge of commercial insurance products, underwriting, risk selection, pricing and marketplaces...

Director, Contract Surety Underwriting (Remote, Southeast Territory)

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 27 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 27 days ago

We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry....

Credit Analyst/Underwriter

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

Lending Manager / Chief Credit Officer Position Summary: A local Community bank is seeking a dedicated and analytical Credit Analyst / Underwriter for their SBA Lending team to support the evaluation, underwriting...

Underwriter Trainee

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

. • Attend training sessions to further knowledge in field of insurance and underwriting. • Review and study underwriting manual, policy contracts and procedures to increase skillset in field. • Attend...

Corporate Underwriting Specialist

  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 60+ days ago

FCCI empowers it's teammates to deliver commercial insurance products and services so businesses can thrive and face the future with confidence....

Corporate Underwriting Consultant-GL & Umbrella

  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 60+ days ago

The selected candidate will: Establish and ensure adherence to risk appetite, risk selection, coverage analysis, underwriting guidelines and underwriting authority for the General Liability & Umbrella...

Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 90+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have commercial lines underwriting experience and strong agency relationships in the states of Arkansas, Tennessee and Mississippi....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Ridgeland, MS

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Ridgeland, MS 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 Ridgeland, MS
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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