Underwriting Jobs in Columbia, SC

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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Insurance Analyst II

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

lines, commercial, and workers' compensation insurance policies)....

Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • North, SC (24 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • North, SC (24 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago

The ideal candidate will have commercial lines underwriting experience and strong agency relationships in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, North and South Carolina....

PLADS Group Underwriter II

  • Columbia, SC
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 12 days ago

Provides technical underwriting support and guidance to customers and distributors, consistently providing excellent customer service....

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Account Underwriter

  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Underwrite applications to evaluate, classify and rate all lines of insurance. Assist in training other account underwriters and agents as needed....

Multinational Underwriting Associate Sr

  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Administrar el proceso operacional: recepcion e implementacion de un programa multinacional nuevo o renovacion, generacion de cotizaciones, armar ordenes de emision, garantizar el cierre de las...

Senior Mortgage Underwriter

  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities Loan Underwriting - Documents and underwrites mortgage loans products....

Underwriting Analyst

  • Columbia, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 90+ days ago

We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, Retirement Plan Services, and Wealth Services....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Columbia, SC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC
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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