Underwriting Jobs in Souderton, 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 Underwriter, Middle Market Construction

If you're a talented commercial insurance underwriter with construction expertise, confidence, and a deal-oriented mindset, this is an excellent opportunity for you....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Surety Underwriting Assistant

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $41000.00 - $62000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Description We deliver our customers peace of mind every day by helping them protect what they value most....

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

Executive Underwriter, Equipment Breakdown

, and negotiate as normally acquired a related bachelor's degree, four to seven years of relevant experience preferred; CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred....

Senior Analyst, Underwriter

  • Blue Bell, PA (9 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Blue Bell, PA (9 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

Applies underwriting guidelines and grants underwriting exceptions/financial variances for their assigned cases within the authority limit for the position....

Senior Underwriter - Workers' Compensation

  • East Norriton, PA (11 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Norriton, PA (11 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Understanding of Zenith's underwriting philosophy a plus....

Underwriter I

  • Malvern, PA (20 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (20 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 2 days ago

The expectation is that you will complete all necessary training in underwriting and other areas to attain underwriting binding authority and depending on career aspirations, develop the skills, experience...

Captives Executive Underwriter

  • King of Prussia, PA (14 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (14 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 3 days ago

You will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....

Commercial Underwriter IV (Corporate Banking)

  • Berwyn, PA (19 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Berwyn, PA (19 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Analysis, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Sr. Underwriter, Industry Practice, Large Property

  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Taking a holistic approach to risk management, the unit offers commercial property, primary casualty (general liability, commercial auto, workers' compensation), lead umbrella, and environmental coverages...

Senior Underwriter

  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Taking a holistic approach to risk management, the unit offers commercial property, primary casualty (general liability, commercial auto, workers' compensation), lead umbrella, and environmental coverages...

Underwriting Manager

  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 9 days ago

This role is responsible for underwriting and managing multi-line insurance coverages-including General Liability, Professional Liability, Property, Crime, Umbrella and HNOA -tailored to the unique...

Technical Underwriter

  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 9 days ago

While we carry forward a 35-year legacy of deep industry expertise, we're transforming what commercial insurance can be....

Senior Underwriter

  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (15 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 9 days ago

In this role, you will be responsible for underwriting and managing multi-line insurance coveragesincluding General Liability, Professional Liability, Property, Crime, Umbrella and HNOA tailored to...

Commercial Underwriter III (Public Finance Team)

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Souderton, PA)
  • 9 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....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Souderton, PA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Souderton, 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 Souderton, 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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