Underwriting Jobs in Morristown, 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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Insurance Underwriter M&A. Job in New Brunswick Gr8Jobs

  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Underwriting Manager _....

Underwriter

  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Underwriting insurance experience. Working for a large insurance company. Equipment provided. Interviews are happening this week!...

Commercial Surety - Underwriting Professional Development Program

  • Edison, NJ (18 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (18 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 (10 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warren, NJ (10 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day 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....

Account Executive, Ocean Marine Underwriter

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 2 days ago

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

Insurance Analyst - Colliers Mortgage

  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to break into both the commercial real estate and/or commercial insurance industry....

Senior Casualty Underwriter

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 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....

Commercial Credit Underwriter, CRE

  • Paramus, NJ (24 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (24 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Based on underwriting parameters, recommend the risk rating. + Prepare summary, present facts, and offers opinions concerning credit-worthiness....

Loss Sensitive Underwriter, AVP

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 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....

Middle Market Underwriter-Property and Casualty (Mid- Senior or Senior Level)

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 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 Manager - Premier Retail

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers....

Group Underwriting Consultant

  • Iselin, NJ (17 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Iselin, NJ (17 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The Group Underwriting Consultant underwrites and prices complex large group new business for the seven states in the west region....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Iselin, NJ (17 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Iselin, NJ (17 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The ideal candidate will be adept at underwriting analysis with a creative approach to help us grow the commercial division CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred For...

Senior Lead Securities Based Lending Wealth Underwriter

  • Summit, NJ (8 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Summit, NJ (8 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

In this role, you will: Act as an advisor to senior leadership to develop or influence objectives, resources, and long-term goals for highly complex issues across Wealth Underwriting Make decisions...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Morristown, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Morristown, 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
9.8%
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 Morristown, 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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