Underwriting Jobs in Bridgewater, 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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Underwriting Analyst - Casualty

  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Prepare submissions and process endorsements for the underwriting systems for rating purposes....

Underwriting Assistant I

  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

provide underwriting support for the following lines of business: Lines of Business Include: Commercial Auto, General Liability, Workers Compensation, Excess CasualtyThe opportunity awaits... * Hands...

PRS Senior Custom Solutions Underwriter

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (8 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (8 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Underwrite and Account Analysis of Surplus lines and some commercial lines policies used for personal lines clients....

Underwriting Assistant II

  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Lines of Business Include: Commercial Auto, General Liability, Workers Compensation The opportunity awaits... Hands on, robust, fully paid training program by insurance industry professionals....

Senior Production Underwriter

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Production Underwriter is a key member of the underwriting team reporting to the Director of Underwriting....

Wholesale Primary Casualty Underwriter - Navigators, a brand of The Hartford

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Wholesale Primary Casualty Underwriter is primarily responsible for underwriting business through appointed wholesale brokers with a focus on the construction industry....

Underwriter

  • Bedminster, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bedminster, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview: Responsible for structuring, underwriting and ongoing monitoring of commercial real estate loans, including multi-family loans....

Insurance Analyst II

  • Livingston, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Livingston, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Gather and prepare underwriting data for renewal submission for respective insurance programs (General Liability, Umbrella/Excess Liability, Workers' Compensation, Auto Liability, All Risk Property...

Construction Professional Liability Underwriter (Mid-Level II or Sr. Level III)

  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 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 Assistant

  • Whippany, NJ (18 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ (18 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

How you'll make an impact Provides assistance as required by the underwriting unit to support renewal and new business activities....

Ocean Marine Underwriter, Account Executive

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

with our risk appetite. + Communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate with agents and brokers. + CPCU designation....

Underwriting Specialist (Commercial Middle Market)

  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

CNAs Commercial Middle Markets team provides standard lines commercial property and casualty insurance products such as General Liability, Property, Inland Marine, Commercial Auto, Workers' Compensation...

Underwriting Assistant - Specialty Package - Hybrid - NYC, Uniondale, NY or Morristown

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

The Underwriting Assistant supports various underwriting processes, including communication with our producers and other departments within the company to meet service needs....

Underwriting Assistant - GL and Excess - Remote

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Job Description The S&S Operations Underwriting Assistant will support the business strategies and activities of the underwriting departments at the Managers directive....

Remote Work

PG Underwriter I

  • Matawan, NJ (22 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Matawan, NJ (22 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Coordinate risk assessment with Underwriting team. Underwrite and price exposures in accordance with filed and approved program rate levels and guidelines....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Bridgewater, NJ 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 Bridgewater, 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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