Underwriting Jobs in Hummelstown, 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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Business Loan Center Underwriter

  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

the BLC underwriting and decisioning process....

Operations Support Technician - Underwriting

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Professional Development Opportunities: Tailored designation programs to help you advance in your career such as CPCU, AINS, CPA, CISSP, and more....

Underwriter - Commercial Services Group (CSG) - Remote in Northeast Region

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Underwriter* High school/GED required; bachelor's degree strongly preferred* 3+ years in auto finance underwriting (prime, sub-prime, and/or non-prime) is required; 5+ years in auto finance underwriting...

Remote Work

Personal Lines Underwriter

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 13 days ago

position such as a Personal Lines Assistant Underwriter....

Misc Med Underwriter - Medical Professional Liability

  • Mechanicsburg, PA (17 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (17 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 14 days ago

CPCU, AIC or ARM highly desired Understanding of insurance and medical terminology, and insurance and underwriting principlesrequired Previous professional liability experience Proficiency with Microsoft...

Remote Work

Underwriter, Personal Lines

  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 24 days ago

As a Personal Lines Underwriter, you will approve, modify or deny renewal policies and endorsement underwriting within underwriting guidelines and philosophy....

Case Underwriter III

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 24 days ago

inquiries and requests, coordinating with multiple internal departments as necessary. + Learns to underwrite pending files received for review and contestable claims files for underwriting. + Works...

Construction Property Underwriter-AVP

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 25 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....

Production Underwriter

  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

designations, CPCU, ARM, PLU, etc....

Technical Underwriter, Workers Compensation

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 30+ 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....

Sr Mgr - Underwriting

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

**Position Summary** Would you like to join CVS Health, a Fortune 5 company, on our multifaceted Underwriting team?...

Commercial Lines Underwriting Assistant

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Education/Credentials High School Diploma or GED required Experience Minimum of one (1) years' experience in a clerical support position, preferably in the property/casualty insurance...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Hummelstown, PA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Hummelstown, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
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 Hummelstown, 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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