Underwriting Jobs in Apollo, PA

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 Surety Underwriter - Small to Mid Contract

Must demonstrate comprehension of complex technical underwriting issues and be capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and administrative processes/ workflows to properly manage...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $64000.00 - $194000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Description Responsible for a profitable book of insurance business by marketing, managing, underwriting, and...

Mortgage Underwriter

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 1 day ago

FHA Direct Endorsement designation is required for consideration (FHA CHUMS ID) VA credit underwriting preferred VA SAR preferred USDA underwriting preferred Thorough understanding of underwriting guidelines...

Sr. Excess Casualty Commercial Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 1 day 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....

Sr. Excess Casualty Commercial Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 3 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

VP, Commercial Underwriter - Franchise Finance

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Regular client contact will occur as part of the underwriting and portfolio management duties....

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Accounts

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 11 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Risk and Insurance Analyst

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 11 days ago

For more information on the Office of Risk Management, please visit our website\: https\://www.risk.pitt.edu/ Manages claim related activities for the assigned lines of coverage and assists with underwriting...

Underwriter IV - Community Development Banking

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Individuals must have 5+ years of underwriting experience. Non-profit, real estate banking, commercial, public finance, or investment real estate underwriting experience highly preferred....

Commercial Underwriter II

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 17 days ago

This role will be on the public finance team and commercial underwriting experience including not for profit, higher education, and governmental entities is preferred....

Underwriter II - Tax Credit

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 22 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...

Underwriter II - Real Estate Banking

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 29 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...

E&S Underwriter

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

About Our Company A premier national provider of property and casualty insurance, Atain is an A.M. Best "A" rated insurance company....

Sr Personal Lines Underwriter (Hybrid/Remote)

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Property & Casualty license required....

Remote Work

Account Executive / Underwriter, Construction Surety

  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (22 miles from Apollo, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Apollo, PA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Apollo, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.8%
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 Apollo, PA
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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