Underwriting Jobs in Plymouth Meeting, 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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AVP, Underwriting Manager, Construction Casualty

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 16 days ago

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National Commercial Underwriting Manager I - Small Business Portfolio Management

  • TD Bank
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (21 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (21 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 10 hours ago

Line of Business: Personal & Commercial Banking Job Description: The National Commercial Underwriting Manager I manages the credit underwriting and credit administration functions for assigned portfolio...

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Underwriting Assistant

  • One80
  • Newtown Square, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for an Underwriting Assistant to join our team....

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Risk Insurance Analyst

  • Universal Health Services
  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree required a minimum of three years of experience with commercial insurance and risk management industry, either at a carrier, broker, or client....

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Commercial Credit Underwriter I (US)-1

  • TD Bank
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (21 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (21 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Line of Business: Personal & Commercial Banking Job Description: The Commercial Credit Underwriter I analyzes, underwrites and may act as the final decision authority on commercial loan applications...

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Endorsement Underwriter

  • Chubb
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 3 days ago

With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse...

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Senior Underwriter, Affinity, A&H

  • Chubb
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 4 days ago

With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse...

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Senior Commercial Renewal Underwriter

  • Chubb
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Minimum 3-5 years of commercial P&C underwriting experience In-depth knowledge of commercial insurance products, including but not limited to auto, property, general liability, workers compensation,...

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Senior Production Underwriter

  • Munich Re
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Evaluate risks and make sound underwriting decisions in alignment with company guidelines....

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Senior GL/Pollution Underwriter-Environmental Division

  • Great American Insurance Group
  • Exton, PA (19 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Exton, PA (19 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Evaluates and underwrites combined General Liability and Site Pollution Liability new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines...

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Senior Underwriter, Middle Market

  • Sompo International
  • Conshohocken, PA (3 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (3 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Our business, your impact, our opportunity: What you'll be doing: Demonstrate technical expertise and product knowledge in Middle Market P&C Insurance (Property, General Liability, Workers' Compensation...

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Underwriter I/II-Small Business-Renewals

  • National Park Service
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA (7 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA (7 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Search Home About PHLY Corporate Benefits Local Offices Jobs at Philadelphia Insurance Companies PHLY Jobs / Jobs previous 1 2 3 4 next Job TitleBusiness UnitLocationDate Posted Underwriting Production...

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Associate Underwriter, Multinational Incoming Property 2 of 2

  • AXA SA
  • Exton, PA (19 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Exton, PA (19 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 12 days ago

When the sign off an account is completed by your Underwriting Assistant, complete account review sheet for the account explaining your underwriting rationale....

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Sr. Underwriter I - Sports and Recreation (Nationwide)

  • Philadelphia Insurance Companies
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA (7 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA (7 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 12 days ago

& casualty insurance and service needs of large multi-product customers....

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National Accounts Underwriter

  • Matrix Absence Management
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (12 miles from Plymouth Meeting, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Seven to ten years relevant underwriting experience, preferably with National Accounts. Thorough knowledge of group underwriting principles and practices on all lines of coverage....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Plymouth Meeting, PA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Plymouth Meeting, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Plymouth Meeting, 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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