Underwriting Jobs in Saint Charles, MO

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 Multi Industry

CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Loss Sensitive - Large Construction

Expert-level knowledge of insurance products/coverage, underwriting, pricing, risk selection, market segments and marketplace; insurance finance and actuarial concepts; loss control/risk engineering...

Global/Multinational Commercial Underwriter, Account Executive

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Coverage offerings include Property, General Liability, Foreign Voluntary Workers' Compensation, and more....

Wholesale Transportation Underwriter - Navigators, a Brand of The Hartford

  • Creve Coeur, MO (13 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Creve Coeur, MO (13 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: + Bachelors Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience + 3 + years of Commercial Auto underwriting experience; transportation underwriting...

Life Sciences Underwriter, US Middle Market (Senior or AVP)

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

SVP Contract Surety Large Accounts Underwriting Manager, Central

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 8 days ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Underwriting Technician Team Lead - Financial Lines

  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 8 days ago
  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 8 days ago

Some of your specific responsibilities could include: Managing the assigned direct report UT's output, supporting Underwriting production by reviewing and interpreting source underwriting materials...

Underwriting Specialist (Commercial P&C)(Remote or Hybrid)

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 12 days ago

As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as...

Construction Commercial Underwriter / Account Executive

  • Maryland Heights, MO (8 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 19 days ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO (8 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 19 days ago

Explore life at Travelers. We have 10 diversity networks, employee-led organizations dedicated to fostering the development and success of our employees. >> Discover diversity and inclusion....

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Accounts

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 20 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 20 days ago

to make timely decisions in alignment with our risk appetite. + Excellent communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations with agents and brokers. + CPCU designation...

Construction Commercial Underwriter / Account Executive

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 21 days ago

Construction provides a full suite of insurance solutions suited to construction contractors of all sizes, including General Liability, Property, Marine, Automobile, Workers' Compensation, Umbrella,...

Marketing Underwriter, Program Business (Commercial P&C)(Hybrid or Remote)

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 24 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 24 days ago

As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as...

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Underwriting Consultant - Ocean Marine

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 27 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 27 days ago

Specialist, Underwriting Consultant or Underwriting Consulting Director....

Underwriting Technician - Natural Resources & Construction

  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for supporting UW production by reviewing and interpreting source underwriting materials regarding completeness of required information - including broker presentation, slips, underwriting...

Underwriting Technician - Marine

  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Saint Charles, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for supporting UW production by reviewing and interpreting source underwriting materials regarding completeness of required information - including broker presentation, slips, underwriting...

Demographic Data for Saint Charles, MO

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Saint Charles, MO

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Saint Charles, MO 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 Saint Charles, MO
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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