Underwriting Jobs in Montpelier, VT

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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Mortgage Underwriter

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 4 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 4 days ago

Skills and Job-Specific Competencies: - Solid knowledge of mortgage underwriting and basic automated underwriting systems. - Proficiency with basic automated underwriting systems....

Underwriting Manager (Medical Insurance)

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 4 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 4 days ago

The Underwriting Manager serves as a key support role within the Meritain Underwriting team, providing day-to-day management and mentorship to a group of underwriters....

Underwriting Supervisor - Remote

  • Washington, VT (15 miles from Montpelier, VT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, VT (15 miles from Montpelier, VT)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking an experienced, health-underwriting supervisor to complement our seasoned PEO-underwriting team....

Remote Work

Loss Mitigation Underwriting Manager

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 5 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 5 days ago

Five (5) or more years of loss mitigation underwriting experience required. Three (3) or more years of supervisory or management experience....

Remote Work

Marketing Underwriter- HMIG

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 7 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 7 days ago

group insurance or other relevant experience Preferred: Certification in or equivalent training in CPCU or other industry recognized certification (CIC, ARM, etc.)...

Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 14 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 14 days ago

Works primarily on complex or high visibility cases, markets or underwriting methods. Additional Responsibilities are: Identifies training issues and recommends a course of action....

Underwriter - Stop Loss Underwriter - Stop Loss

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 14 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 14 days ago

Candidates who do not have experience in underwriting for stop loss on their resume will not be considered at this time....

Senior Personal Lines Underwriter

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 14 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 14 days ago

Senior Personal Lines Underwriter Not just another job, but an opportunity to work for one of the best insurance companies in the country and reap the rewards that go along with that level of success...

Underwriter

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 19 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 19 days ago

At the higher levels of Underwriting, will guide and educate others to improve Underwriting quality, capabilities, efficiencies, and output....

Commercial Lines Associate Underwriter II

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 60+ days ago

Commercial Lines Associate Underwriter II Not just another job, but an opportunity to work for one of the best insurance companies in the country and reap the rewards that go along with that level...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Montpelier, VT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Montpelier, VT 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 Montpelier, VT
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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