Underwriting Jobs in W Homestead, 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, Excess Casualty

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $75000.00 - $194000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Description Responsible for a profitable book of insurance business by marketing, managing, underwriting, and...

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...

Underwriter IV - Community Development Banking

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 1 day 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 (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 5 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 (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 10 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...

Director, Transaction Management (Underwriter) - Lender Finance

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Prepare previews and underwrite new opportunities with assistance from the Lender Finance Originators and Portfolio Managers....

Underwriter II - Real Estate Banking

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 17 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...

Mortgage Underwriter 3

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 20 days ago

Position Title: Mortgage Underwriter 3 Business Unit: Credit Reports to: Manager of Mortgage Underwriting Position Overview: This position is primarily responsible for underwriting and approving residential...

E&S Underwriter

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 23 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 (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 24 days ago

Property & Casualty license required....

Remote Work

Account Executive / Underwriter, Construction Surety

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 26 days ago

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

Account Underwriter - Payroll Partners

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers....

Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

This job performs and applies insurance coverage, rules and guidelines to execute the underwriting decision-making process according to Company underwriting philosophy....

Remote Work

Insurance Analyst, Multifamily Capital

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Financial Underwriting Analyst

  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (2 miles from W Homestead, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Financial Underwriting Analyst Pittsburgh, PA Full Time Employee Benefits Entry Level POSITION SNAPSHOT Title: Financial Underwriting Analyst (Pharmacy & Prescription Drug) Department: Employee Benefits...

Demographic Data for W Homestead, PA

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in W Homestead, PA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in W Homestead, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
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 W Homestead, 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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