Underwriting Jobs in West Chester, 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.
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, 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

PBM Pricing Strategy Analyst Manager - Underwriting

  • Elevance Health
  • Mason, OH (6 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Mason, OH (6 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 23 hours ago

Assists with developing pharmacy pricing training to underwriters and updates to underwriting guidelines....

In Person

Group Underwriter Senior

  • Elevance Health
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Level: Non-Management Exempt Workshift: Job Family: UND > Group Underwriting Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement...

In Person

Sales - Underwriting Manager

  • Cincinnati Financial
  • Fairfield, OH (7 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, OH (7 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

standards act as the escalation point for complex issues, providing resolution guidance and support to team members and agencies collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the Customer Care Center, underwriting...

In Person

Sr. Middle Market Commercial Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • The Travelers Companies
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Total account solutions include General Liability, Property, Automobile, Workers' Compensation, and Lead Umbrella....

In Person

Surety - Underwriting Director - Commercial and Small Contract

  • Cincinnati Financial
  • Fairfield, OH (7 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfield, OH (7 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 2 days ago

involved. mentors team underwriters on advanced topics of financial and risk analysis advise and make proposals for policy and underwriting changes based on changes in underwriting conditions and marketplace...

Remote Hybrid

Underwriter III - REB - Commercial Real Estate

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 3 days ago

loans by analyzing borrower financials, property performance and credit risk An Ideal Candidate Will Have: Knowledge of multifamily and or student housing, industrial, retail, hotel asset types and underwriting...

In Person

Commercial Lines - Small Business Underwriter Trainee - August 2026

  • Cincinnati Financial
  • Fairfield, OH (7 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fairfield, OH (7 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Make a difference with a career in insurance At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, were looking for...

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Production Underwriter - E&S Construction

  • Great American Insurance Group
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite....

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Group Underwriter Consultant

  • Elevance Health
  • Mason, OH (6 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mason, OH (6 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Large group underwriting experience preferred....

In Person

Senior Production Underwriter

  • Munich Re
  • Amelia, OH (24 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Amelia, OH (24 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Evaluate risks and make sound underwriting decisions in alignment with company guidelines....

In Person

Stop Loss Group Underwriter Consultant, Senior

  • Elevance Health
  • Mason, OH (6 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mason, OH (6 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Stop Loss underwriting experience preferred Demonstrated expertise, knowledge, and proficiency in Medical Stop Loss Underwriting....

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Chief Underwriting Officer

  • Munich Re
  • Amelia, OH (24 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Amelia, OH (24 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Key Responsibilities Underwriting Strategy & Governance Develop and own the underwriting strategy, policies, and guidelines across all personal insurance products, Delegated Underwriting Authorities...

In Person

Underwriter IV- Agency

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (12 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 12 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

Life - Underwriter

  • Cincinnati Financial
  • Fairfield, OH (7 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Fairfield, OH (7 miles from West Chester, OH)
  • 13 days ago

educate our agents on underwriting and products participate in minimal travel Be equipped with\: good verbal and written communication skills strong organizational and reasoning skills with the ability...

In Person

Demographic Data for West Chester, OH

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in West Chester, OH

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in West Chester, 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 West Chester, 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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