Underwriting Jobs in Franklin, 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 Assistant, E&S/Specialty (E-Risk Services - Rockaway, New Jersey)

  • Nationwide
  • Rockaway, NJ (11 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (11 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of underwriting and pricing risks. Knowledge of company underwriting standards and philosophy....

Hybrid

eRisk/Cyber Small Business Underwriter

  • Crum & Forster Holdings Corp.
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: - Achieve underwriting production, profitability, and other financial targets for assigned brokers. - Review insurance applications and related underwriting information to evaluate...

Remote

Underwriting Technician, Primary Retail Casualty

  • Sompo International
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

This role is responsible for providing technical support to the Underwriter by assisting in evaluating the risk and the development and growth of the portfolio for Auto, General Liability and Workers...

In Person

Senior Underwriter, C&F Stop Loss

  • Crum & Forster Holdings Corp.
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

What you will do: Demonstrate understanding and proper use of underwriting tools Apply underwriting rules, risk management principles and regulations to ensure compliance with all currently applicable...

Remote

eRisk/Cyber Underwriter

  • Crum & Forster
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities : Achieve underwriting production, profitability, and other financial targets for assigned brokers....

Remote

VP, Contract HO Contract Surety Underwriting

  • Crum & Forster Holdings Corp.
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Contract Surety Home Office Underwriting Director will: Ensure consistency of underwriting standards across the regional offices and home office underwriting team....

Hybrid

Senior Underwriter, Middle Market

  • Sompo International
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Our business, your impact, our opportunity: What you'll be doing: Demonstrate technical expertise and product knowledge in Middle Market P&C Insurance (Property, General Liability, Workers' Compensation...

In Person

Ultra High Net Worth Underwriter

  • Berkley
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

personal lines....

Hybrid

Underwriting Assistant - GL and Excess - Remote

  • Crum & Forster Holdings Corp.
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

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

Remote

AVP, Property Facultative Underwriter

  • Sompo International
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Underwrite within all Property Facultative guidelines and support other underwriters in our collaborative two-headed approach to underwriting....

In Person

Sr. Production Underwriter

  • Berkley
  • Parsippany, NJ (20 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (20 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

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

In Person

Captives Underwriter

  • The Hartford
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

You will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....

Hybrid

Underwriter - Seneca Specialty Package NY Wholesale

  • Crum & Forster Holdings Corp.
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

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

Hybrid

Underwriting Specialist, Accident & Health

  • AIG
  • Parsippany, NJ (20 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 27 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (20 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 27 days ago

Underwriting Specialist, Accident and Health Join us as an Underwriting Specialist to make more of your specialist expertise and experience....

In Person

Underwriting Specialist (Hybrid)

  • Selective Insurance Company of America
  • Branchville, NJ (10 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Branchville, NJ (10 miles from Franklin, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years....

Hybrid

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Franklin, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Franklin, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Franklin, 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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