Underwriting Jobs in Pennington, 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 (7 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Underwriter (Hybrid)

  • Warrington, PA (19 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warrington, PA (19 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Some life insurance underwriting experience and or years of case management experience with a focus on field underwriting....

PRS Senior Custom Solutions Underwriter

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (19 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (19 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

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

Senior Disability Underwriter, Individual Disability

  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Confidently explain Guardian product information, risk classification, and underwriting action to peers and field force + Collaborate with peer underwriting staff, support personnel, and adjacent departments...

Underwriter

  • Bedminster, NJ (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bedminster, NJ (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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

E&S Brokerage Renewal Underwriter - Hybrid

  • Dresher, PA (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Dresher, PA (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 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....

Construction Professional Liability Underwriter (Level I or Mid Level II)

  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 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....

Construction Professional Liability Underwriter (Sr. Level III or AVP Level IV)

  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 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....

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

  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 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....

Ocean Marine Underwriter, Account Executive

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

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

Manager, Underwriting

  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

The Underwriting Manager serves as a key support role within the Meritain Underwriting team, providing day-to-day management and mentorship to a group of underwriters....

Market Underwriter - HNAS

  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

. + Responsible for portfolio of clients through underwriting engagement, from identification through documentation of final sold-contract details + Assess risk by looking at various risk measures such...

Commercial Credit Underwriter

  • Chalfont, PA (21 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chalfont, PA (21 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Underwriting Decision: a. Identify loan purpose, source of repayment and collateral values b. Prepare detailed credit memos in accordance with credit policies c....

Sr. Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Hamilton Square, NJ (9 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hamilton Square, NJ (9 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

forms of communication Accurately document underwriting thought process and authority reviews through company journal and filing system Collaborate with underwriting management to review more complex...

VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (8 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 15 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....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Pennington, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Pennington, 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 Pennington, 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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