Underwriting Jobs in Philadelphia, 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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typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven...

A related bachelor's degree; seven to ten years of relevant experience preferred; CPCU or professional insurance designation strongly preferred....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

commercial and personal lines capabilities to bring a full range of tailored solutions and nuanced approaches to the rapidly evolving mobility landscape....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Large Property

Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 7 years expected, typically 10 years or more, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related business experience CPCU or...

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...

Group Underwriting Consultant

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The Group Underwriting Consultant underwrites and prices complex large group new business for the seven states in the west region....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The ideal candidate will be adept at underwriting analysis with a creative approach to help us grow the commercial division CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred For...

Senior Underwriter, Structured Reinsurance

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

and casualty insurance industry....

Corporate Underwriting Specialist

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

expert technical advice on coverage forms, exclusions, and exposure Monitor frameworks for underwriting decisions and develop necessary underwriting actions Identify product and service enhancements...

Sr Underwriting Specialist - Captives - Blue Bell, PA

  • Blue Bell, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Blue Bell, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU); Associate in Risk Management designation or other professional designations are desired....

Manager, Underwriting, National Accounts

  • Blue Bell, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Blue Bell, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Due to growth, CVS is looking for a Manager of Underwriting, Nation Accounts....

Senior Executive Underwriter, AIGRM

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

The role will be responsible for underwriting the Workers' Compensation, General Liability and Auto Liability primary Casualty product lines....

Underwriting Analyst #9235

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

Underwriting Analyst #9235 Munich Reinsurance America, Inc United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia Jun 06, 2025 Underwriting Analyst #9235 Company Munich Re Specialty - North America Location Philadelphia...

Underwriting Assistant #9236

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

Underwriting Assistant #9236 Munich Reinsurance America, Inc United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia Jun 06, 2025 Underwriting Assistant #9236 Company Munich Re Specialty - North America Location...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, 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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