Underwriting Jobs in Valley Falls, NY

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

  • Tokio Marine HCC
  • Troy, NY (11 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Troy, NY (11 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

We serve the growing insurance and risk management needs of medium and large governmental entities and provide property and casualty insurance coverages in multiple states....

Remote

Commercial Underwriting Manager

  • Farmers Insurance
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Conducts monthly audits and enforces underwriting authority levels coupled with related work profiles....

Remote Hybrid

Commercial Field Underwriter

  • Farmers Insurance
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Trains agents and agency staff on property and casualty insurance products, with emphasis on commercial insurance....

Remote

Business Banking Underwriter I

  • NBT Bank
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Pay Range: $26.85 - $35.82 Within a loan production environment adjudicate new, renewal and modification loan applications within specified service standards. Analyze each applicant's cash flow,...

In Person

Sr Underwriter

  • Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description The Senior Commercial Underwriter is responsible for independently evaluating, underwriting, and managing complex commercial insurance risks in alignment with company underwriting guidelines...

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Senior Underwriter - Renewal

  • AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
  • Latham, NY (16 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Latham, NY (16 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Overview The Senior Underwriter administers the underwriting, servicing of renewal accounts for agents and producers assigned within the territory in compliance with company underwriting, authority,...

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Underwriter III

  • Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Educates, coaches, and trains agents on underwriting procedures, philosophy, and new products....

In Person

Underwriting Analyst - FHA

  • Keybank National Association
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 20 days ago

Location: 127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio The Analyst will be a member of the FHA Healthcare Underwriting Team and will collaborate internally and externally to analyze and underwrite FHA Lean Applications...

Hybrid

Senior Underwriter, PRG Troy, NY, USA

  • Tokio Marine HCC
  • Troy, NY (11 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Troy, NY (11 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 20 days ago

We serve the growing insurance and risk management needs of medium and large governmental entities and provide property and casualty insurance coverages in multiple states....

Remote

Middle Market Casualty Principal Commercial Underwriter

  • Farmers Insurance
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Acts as a trusted advisor to agents and brokers, leading sophisticated underwriting discussions, negotiating terms, positioning underwriting decisions in competitive or challenging market conditions...

Remote Hybrid

New Business Non-Profit Underwriter

  • AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
  • Latham, NY (16 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Latham, NY (16 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience: A minimum of 2-5 years of Underwriting experience with 1-2 years of Nonprofit underwriting experience....

Hybrid

Underwriter II

  • Clearbrook Group Services Inc.
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Argo and Farm Family are specialty property and casualty insurance brands whose underwriting companies are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc....

In Person

Underwriting Consultant, Field, Ag & Casualty, Farm Family

  • Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Proficient negotiation and insurance underwriting skills. Adaptable and able to thrive within the ever-evolving market. Sharp analytical skills to navigate financial statements and complex data....

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Underwriting Manager, Agriculture

  • Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Argo Group and Farm Family are specialty property and casualty insurance brands whose underwriting companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of Brookfield Wealth Solutions, a leading provider of wealth...

In Person

Personal Lines Underwriter

  • Jimcor Agency
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Valley Falls, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Learn and develop an understanding of the personal lines marketplace....

Hybrid

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Valley Falls, NY

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Valley Falls, NY 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 Valley Falls, NY
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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