Underwriting Jobs in Texas

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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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...

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive loss sensitive underwriting experience CPCU or professional insurance...

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

commercial and personal lines capabilities to bring a full range of tailored solutions and nuanced approaches to the rapidly evolving mobility landscape....

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....

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

Product, pricing & underwriting expertise in Commercial & Specialty Lines. Manages underwriting results to achieve corporate profitability....

Associate Underwriter/Underwriting Assistant

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago

Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the operations of Great American Insurance Group are engaged primarily in property and casualty insurance, focusing on specialty commercial products for businesses....

Remote Work

As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as...

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Underwriting Associate - Specialty Property (Hybrid/Remote)

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

Trains and acts as a resource and mentor for other Underwriting Associates and Assistants....

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Stop Loss Sr Underwriter

  • Richardson, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Job Qualifications: For Large Group and/or Major National Accounts: Demonstrated experience to underwrite experience rated and manually rated health insurance products with sound underwriting...

Mortgage Underwriter (Hybrid-Dallas)

  • North Richland Hills, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • North Richland Hills, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Details: Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8am-4:30pm Work Environment: Hybrid/Commuting on-site 2 days a week Qualifications and Requirements: 1-3 years of Mortgage Underwriting required Associates or...

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....

All team members are employees of Goldman Sachs Bank, USA Private Lending Underwriting Private Lending Underwriting (PLU), based in Dallas, TX, is primarily responsible for the underwriting of loans...

Regional Senior Underwriter, A&H EMEA

  • Paris, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 2 days ago

Functional Area: UW - Underwriting AIG Europe S.A. (Spain branch)...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Texas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Texas 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 Texas
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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