Underwriting Jobs in Portland, OR

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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Responsibilities: Provides expert technical underwriting assistance and formal referral approval for multiple lines of business (auto, general liability, workers` compensation) in Construction Industry...

Sr Group Underwriter

  • Damascus, OR (18 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 23 days ago
  • Damascus, OR (18 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 23 days ago

Serves as a technical resource for the Associate Underwriters and Underwriting Assistants, regarding underwriting policies and procedures....

Executive Underwriter

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

The Specialty Casualty team delivers significant value to our wholesale brokers by providing them with an underwriting capability for higher hazard General Liability and Excess insurance needs that...

Private Equity Underwriter, Middle Markets (Senior or AVP)

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 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....

Consumer Post Underwriter

  • Gresham, OR (12 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gresham, OR (12 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago

critical thinking for all elements of loan documentation construction Ability to master the bank's documentation software Comprehensive knowledge of closing policies and procedures, funding policies, underwriting...

Middle Market Sr Sales Underwriting Specialist

  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago

Uses all appropriate underwriting tools (e.g. RQI, WC RST, UWWS, and CLAY.), disciplines and knowledge of strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed....

Construction Surety Underwriter/Financial Analyst

  • Portland, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 8 days ago

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Underwriting Assistant

  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 days ago

The Underwriting Assistant provides support to the Underwriting department by assisting with compiling and submitting community rated renewal data, Schedule-A 5500 information, and utilization reports...

Nonprofit Human Services Underwriting Specialist - Remote Opportunity

  • Portland, OR
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience. 5+ years underwriting all commercial lines (Commercial Property, General Liability, Professional Liability, Worker's Compensation, Crime...

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Underwriter II - Tax Credit

  • Portland, OR
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 9 days ago

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

Construction Surety Underwriter/Financial Analyst

  • Lake Oswego, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 days ago

Underwrite and skillfully negotiate customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability....

Sr Field Underwriter, Commercial Lines- Pacific Northwest

  • Portland, OR
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 10 days ago

Has an expert level of knowledge in commercial insurance contracts and is familiar with the various policy languages and endorsements....

Underwriter II - Real Estate Banking

  • Portland, OR
  • 17 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 17 days ago

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

Senior Middle Market Underwriter

  • Lake Oswego, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 20 days ago

**About the Role:** Underwrites new and renewal Middle Market credit requests comprised of working capital lines of credit, asset-based lines of credit, commercial real estate loans (Owner Occupied...

IDI Underwriter

  • Portland, OR
  • 23 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 23 days ago

Principal Duties & Responsibilities Underwrites risk of moderate to more complex scope....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Portland, OR

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Portland, OR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
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 Portland, OR
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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