Underwriting Jobs in Melissa, TX

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

Underwriter, Environmental Casualty

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $58000.00 - $167000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Description Our Environmental Casualty Underwriters are responsible for developing and growing our General Liability...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Technology

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

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences

of 2 years of proven underwriting management experience is preferred CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business Proven...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Life Sciences

property, general liability, products liability, clinical trials liability, errors & omissions (E&O), cyber, excess/umbrella, workers' compensation, auto, and multinational coverages....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Surety Underwriter - Large Contract

stakeholders Must demonstrate comprehension of most complex technical underwriting issues and be capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and administrative processes/workflows to...

Underwriting Associate Operations Account Specialist- Small Commercial-Agency Solutions

  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

Completion of higher education coursework Insurance Education/Designations (CPCU, CIC, etc.) Accountability: Takes ownership and responsibility for actions and outcomes, performance and results....

SVP Contract Surety Large Accounts Underwriting Manager, Central

  • Plano, TX (19 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plano, TX (19 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Senior/Executive Underwriter, Middle Market General Industries

  • Frisco, TX (18 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (18 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Manage and underwrite a Middle Market book of business Analyze agency performance quarterly to identify trends and opportunities Apply underwriting guidelines to assess and price...

Senior Executive Underwriter, National Accounts Casualty

  • Frisco, TX (18 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (18 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Maintain satisfactory underwriting quality control standards....

Commercial Real Estate Insurance Analyst - Grandbridge Real Estate Capital - REMOTE POSITION

  • Frisco, TX (18 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (18 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 6 days ago

insurance agency and/or servicing work experience Insurance compliance background including, but not limited to, coverage discrepancies, industry standards and government regulations Strong written...

Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter - San Antonio/Austin area

  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 12 days ago

The ideal candidate will have commercial lines underwriting experience and strong agency relationships in Texas....

Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter - Dallas/Ft. Worth

  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 14 days ago

The ideal candidate will have commercial lines underwriting experience and strong agency relationships in Texas....

Account Executive Officer, Construction Underwriter

  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Construction provides a full suite of insurance solutions suited to construction contractors of all sizes, including General Liability, Property, Marine, Automobile, Workers' Compensation, Umbrella,...

Senior Underwriter - Aviation

  • Plano, TX (19 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Plano, TX (19 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Skills: Adaptability, Business Development, Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Decision Making, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio...

Underwriting Associate Operations Account Specialist - Inland Marine and Excess Casualty Insurance

  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (24 miles from Melissa, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Explore life at Travelers. We have 10 diversity networks, employee-led organizations dedicated to fostering the development and success of our employees. >> Discover diversity and inclusion....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Melissa, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Melissa, TX 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 Melissa, TX
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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