Underwriting Jobs in Virginia

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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Underwriter, US Property

  • Hamilton
  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 days ago

Bind and authorize accounts within delegated underwriting authority....

Remote

Multifamily Underwriting Associate (Conventional Underwriting) - NYC (REMOTE)

  • Freddie Mac
  • McLean, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 12 days ago

Our Impact: We are responsible for underwriting multifamily conventional loans structured and quoted by our Production partners and managing the loan transaction process from quote acceptance to loan...

Remote

Underwriting Assistant - Operations (Hybrid)

  • Intact Specialty Solutions
  • Salem, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 15 days ago

Scans and attaches documentation into underwriting system. Orders various reports, such as MVR’s and ISO rate surveys, as applicable....

Hybrid

Senior Specialty Underwriter

  • Allianz Insurance
  • Richmond, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 15 days ago

As a Senior Specialty Underwriter, you will play a key role in underwriting new business and renewals across all Business Units, with a strong focus on U.S....

Remote

Captives Underwriter

  • The Hartford
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 18 days ago

You will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....

Hybrid

Sr Commercial Underwriter

  • NationalCooperativeBank
  • Arlington, VA
  • 22 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 22 days ago

Demonstrated ability to underwrite and process commercial deals within the context of NCB credit guidelines and investment criteria....

Hybrid

Garage Underwriter

  • Berkley
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 26 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 26 days ago

Risk Evaluation : Independently underwrite small to midsized garage risks, including general liability, product liability, and other specialty lines as well as handle a complex renewal book....

Hybrid

Underwriter

  • NFM, Inc.
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 29 days ago

Maintain knowledge of underwriting guidelines and stay current with department requirements....

Remote

Insurance Underwriter - Law Enforcement & Security

  • Greg Foss
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements: *** Bachelor's or equivalent work experience in insurance underwriting. *** 3+ years of underwriting experience in Law Enforcement & Security or similar industry. *** Knowledge of Law...

Remote

Underwriter, Markel Personal Lines

  • Markel Corporation
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Come join our growing team, underwriting E&S Homeowners business countrywide!...

Hybrid

Executive Underwriter

  • James River Insurance
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Selects, reviews, models, analyzes and underwrites the most complex submissions within the context of applying the division's underwriting guidelines and standards....

Remote

Contract Surety Underwriter

  • The Hartford
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Your underwriting career here means collaboration, inclusivity, innovative thinking and so much more. Here, doing things the way they've always been done isn't a part of the job....

Hybrid

Line of Business Underwriting Director - Commercial Auto & Worker's Compensation (Hybrid or Remote)

  • Amerisure Mutual Insurance Co
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago

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...

Hybrid

Associate Underwriter - Senior Underwriter, Life Sciences

  • James River Insurance
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary James River Insurance is seeking candidates for its Life Sciences underwriting division and will consider hiring at the Associate Underwriter, Underwriter, Senior Underwriter, Underwriting...

Remote

Senior Production Underwriting Specialist - Excess/Umbrella

  • Great American Insurance Group (DBA)
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Generally, 10+ years of Casualty underwriting experience; a minimum of 3 years of Umbrella and Excess Casualty underwriting experience is highly desired....

Remote

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Virginia
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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