Underwriting Jobs in Iselin, 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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Underwriter, Global Transaction Solutions

We are looking for an intelligent and enthusiastic candidate to underwrite transactional risk insurance products, specializing in R&W insurance....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Educational Underwriter, Public Entity

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Underwriter

of how these teams work together to inform underwriting decisions....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Multi-National Underwriter

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Chief Underwriter, North America Middle Market

Product, pricing & underwriting expertise in Commercial & Specialty Lines. Manages underwriting results to achieve corporate profitability....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty

; loss control/risk engineering; marketing techniques, regulatory environment and reinsurance; advanced-level knowledge of territory management....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Middle Markets

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Fine Art & Specie

Minimum 5+ years underwriting experience in Fine Arts and/or High Net Worth Inland Marine Requires knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, and procedures....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Private Company Directors & Officers Liability

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

PG Underwriting Manager

  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Includes coverage, policy forms, premium rate plans and underwriting guidelines, loss control guidelines, and distribution....

AVP/VP E&S Property Underwriter

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Utilize data and analytics to provide tailored underwriting solutions. Requirements: Proven experience in underwriting, preferably in E&S Property....

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Lead Commercial Real Estate Underwriter

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

diligence package and works closely with the client to obtain underwriting documentation ensuring it meets Bank and GSE requirements Coordination of the various Bank and GSE required compliance checks...

E&S Property Underwriter Manager II/III

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 8 hours 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, Inland Marine

  • Iselin, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Iselin, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

Assist with other projects supporting the Underwriting team as required. Assists with on-boarding of new hires and/or acts a mentor for Underwriting Assistant colleagues....

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • Morristown, NJ (17 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ (17 miles from Iselin, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred Level Funded medical underwriting experience strongly preferred....

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AI for Loan Underwriting
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Loan Processing: Underwriting
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Insurance Underwriting Principles and Practices
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Iselin, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Iselin, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.5%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.0%
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 Iselin, 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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