Underwriting Jobs in Chester, 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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Underwriter II - Seneca Specialty Package

  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Knowledge of commercial insurance products. What C&F will bring to you At C&F you will BELONG We value inclusivity and diversity....

Sr Credit Underwriter-Consumer

  • Fairfield, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Underwrite Indirect, Direct Consumer Loans - Small Business products....

Underwriting Specialist, Accident & Health

  • Parsippany, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Underwriting / Portfolio Management Responsible for underwriting new and renewal business including negotiating pricing, coverage, terms, and conditions Maintain underwriting discipline by adhering...

Lead Underwriter, HNW Tailored Lending

  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

This role will be responsible for underwriting Tailored Loans to RBC UHNW clients in the US including Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, Securities Based Loans, Yacht, Aircraft, other...

Underwriter

  • Whippany, NJ (13 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ (13 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Underwrites, services, and manages assigned accounts. Has Production and Service goals assigned and is measured on attainment of both....

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Senior Lead Underwriter, HNW Tailored Lending

  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

This role will be responsible for underwriting Tailored Loans to RBC UHNW clients in the US including Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, Securities Based Loans, Yacht, Aircraft, other...

Underwriting Associate Operations Account Specialist - Middle Market Business Insurance

  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

** Completion of higher education coursework Insurance Education/Designations (CPCU, CIC, etc.)...

PRS Custom Solutions Executive Underwriter

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (12 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (12 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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

Environmental Casualty - Senior Underwriter

  • Short Hills, NJ (18 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (18 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

AXIS Environmental is seeking a Senior Underwriter who can develop, underwrite and manage a book of manufacturers writing on integrated policies (general liability/site pollution and excess)....

Associate Underwriter Product Recall - Morristown, NJ

  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Identify any third-party underwriting reports that might be needed (DnB, recall search etc.) and place them in the underwriting file. Set up raters as requested by the underwriting team....

PRS Premier Executive Underwriter

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (12 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (12 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience 3-5 years high net worth underwriting experience preferred...

Multinational Underwriting Manager

  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Underwriting Acumen : An understanding of underwriting principles, risk assessment, and global insurance program design....

Commercial Surety - Underwriting Professional Development Program

  • Edison, NJ (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 10 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....

Excess Casualty Underwriter II

  • Parsippany, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 10 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 I

  • Warren, NJ (13 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (13 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

This person will be responsible for clearance, processing, and modeling accounts through Everest's underwriting & pricing system, maintaining files, and creating documentation for bound accounts....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Chester, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Chester, 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
9.9%
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 Chester, 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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