Underwriting Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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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Surety Underwriter

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

Advanced designations, CPCU, ARe preferred. At least 10+ years of experience in (re)insurance, with 5+ years of surety related underwriting, preferably within primary U.S. Surety....

Underwriter - Consumer

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Underwriter* Bachelor's degree required; equivalent experience can be used in lieu of a degree* 3+ years in auto finance underwriting (prime, sub-prime, and/or non-prime) is required; 5+ years in auto...

Binding Authority Underwriter/Vice President

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Industry designations (e.g., CPCU, AU, CIC) or an active insurance license is highly desirable....

Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

These are individual contributor roles, working under the supervision of an Underwriting Manager and/or AVP, Underwriting....

Underwriting Analyst #9389

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 8 days ago

or accounting; or 2+ years' experience as an Underwriting Analyst....

PRS Senior Custom Solutions Underwriter

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse...

Sr. Underwriter Primary Casualty

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 11 days ago

of Primary Casualty and General Liability targeting Middle Market & Large Complex risk with premiums of $100K to $1M....

Case Underwriter III

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

inquiries and requests, coordinating with multiple internal departments as necessary. + Learns to underwrite pending files received for review and contestable claims files for underwriting. + Works...

Underwriting Assistant

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

but want people to be working during our core hours Location: Hall's Mill Road Whitehouse Station NJ 08889 Roles/Responsibilities - Downloading renewal analysis template with core information for Underwriting...

Rec Marine Underwriter

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

associates, customer service representatives, claims examiners, and loss control representatives...

Underwriter Lead - Commercial Insurance - Community Association Underwriters

  • Yardley, PA (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Yardley, PA (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

SUMMARY Responsible for reviewing, underwriting and rating broker submissions for new and renewal business....

Underwriting Associate

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Underwriting Associate#25-63662 $21.40-$22.26 per hour Whitehouse Station, NJ All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Property and Casualty Insurance company, is looking for an Underwriting Associate...

Technical Underwriter, Workers Compensation

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 21 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....

PRS Associate Underwriting Coordinator

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

The successful candidate will work as an integral part of the underwriting center by supporting process execution....

Sr Manager, Underwriting

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

The TrueCost team is looking for an individual who can operate at the intersection of sales and underwriting....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Princeton, NJ 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
9.9%
Some College
2.4%
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 Princeton, NJ
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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