Underwriting Jobs in Scappoose, 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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial

As a Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial in property casualty insurance, you'll develop, grow and maintain diversified books of business while working closely with agents and brokers to assess risks...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriting Officer, Middle Markets Construction

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

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 25 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 25 days ago

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

Executive Underwriter

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 3 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...

Middle Market Sr Sales Underwriting Specialist

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 6 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 (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 9 days ago

Explore life at Travelers. We have 10 diversity networks, employee-led organizations dedicated to fostering the development and success of our employees. >> Discover diversity and inclusion....

Nonprofit Human Services Underwriting Specialist - Remote Opportunity

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 10 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 (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 10 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...

Sr Field Underwriter, Commercial Lines- Pacific Northwest

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 11 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 11 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 (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 18 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...

IDI Underwriter

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 24 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 24 days ago

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

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Religious Organizations Commercial Lines Underwriter - Hybrid or Remote Opportunity

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 24 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 24 days ago

Two or more years of progressively responsible experience in commercial underwriting, including one to two years in a property and casualty insurance company....

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Consumer Lending Underwriter

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 26 days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 26 days ago

Job Details Job Family Coll/Cr Admin Underwriting Job Function Coll/Cr Admin Underwriting Pay Type Hourly Scan this QR code and apply!...

Y-Risk San Francisco Executive Underwriter

  • Hillsboro, OR (19 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 26 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (19 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 26 days ago

Seek opportunities to underwrite the business by direct solicitation to agents, brokers, and clients based on underwriting & risk analysis expertise....

Sr Agency Management Specialist/ Production Underwriter

  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (24 miles from Scappoose, OR)
  • 30+ 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....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Scappoose, OR

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Scappoose, OR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.9%
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 Scappoose, 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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