Underwriting Jobs in Lorain, OH

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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Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Construction Casualty

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • Parma, OH (22 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Parma, OH (22 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 13 days ago

As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with our Preferred Distribution...

Remote Full Time

Business Banking Underwriter III

  • Huntington Bancshares Inc
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 6 days ago

field Proven track record to support high levels of loan volume Ability to underwrite credit exposures in excess of $2.5MM Previous authority to underwrite and decision credits without additional signers...

Remote

Underwriter IV - Community Development Banking

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Real Estate underwriting experience PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance....

In Person

Business Banking Underwriter 3

  • First National Bank (FNB Corp.)
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Position Title: Business Banking Underwriter 3 Business Unit: Credit Reports to: Business Banking Underwriting Team Leader Position Overview: Responsible for preparing financial analyses of current...

In Person

Underwriter III- Real Estate Banking (REIT)

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 21 days ago

Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Knowledge of Underwriting...

In Person

Underwriting Analyst - FHA

  • KeyBank
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 22 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

Underwriting Assistant I

  • AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 22 days ago

Renewal support including pre-underwriting review, quoting, system updates, data collection and any other non-core underwriting type duties as directed....

Hybrid

New Business Non-Profit Underwriter

  • AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Hybrid

Commercial Surety Underwriter

  • West Bend Mutual Insurance
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

underwriting environment....

Hybrid

Insurance Auto Dealership Underwriter

  • Greg Foss
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Loss, Weather Reimbursement, Spot Delivery Coverage, Commercial Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto, Workers Compensation, Umbrella, E&O, Inland Marine _....

In Person

Senior Underwriter

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Liability and Commercial Auto through marketing, underwriting decision making, building mutually beneficial agent/broker relationships, and application of underwriting tools, systems, and expert resources...

In Person

New Business Underwriter I

  • AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Knowledge and experience underwriting BOP or Package is required....

In Person

Underwriter II

  • AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

underwriting, authority and pricing standards....

Hybrid

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Lorain, OH

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Lorain, OH 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 Lorain, OH
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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