Underwriting Jobs in Camas, WA

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

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...

Sr Group Underwriter

  • Marylhurst, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Marylhurst, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Serves as a technical resource for the Associate Underwriters and Underwriting Assistants, regarding underwriting policies and procedures....

Senior Surety Underwriter- Contract Surety

  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 19 hours ago

Youll also play a part in mentoring Associate Underwriters and Underwriting Assistants to help grow their expertise and enhance team performance....

Business Banking Post Underwriter

  • Gresham, OR (9 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gresham, OR (9 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 1 day ago

critical thinking for all elements of loan documentation construction - Ability to master the banks documentation software Advanced knowledge of closing policies and procedures, funding policies, underwriting...

Underwriting Assistant

  • Lake Oswego, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 4 days ago

basic underwriting support responsibilities....

Financial & Underwriting Analyst - Employee Benefits

  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Financial & Underwriting Analyst - Employee Benefits Alliant Insurance Services United States, Oregon, Portland 425 Northeast Hancock Street (Show on map) Jul 21, 2025 Financial & Underwriting Analyst...

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Business Underwriter II

  • Lake Oswego, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 14 days ago

credit worthiness of individuals and their ability to meet their financial obligations for traditional creditbased products as well as a variety ofstructuredbanking transactions, traded products, and underwriting...

Senior Underwriter, Technology

  • Hillsboro, OR (24 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (24 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 17 days ago

What You'll Do Lead the underwriting and sales process for a book of Middle Market Technology business....

Underwriting Consultant (Commercial Middle Market)

  • Tigard, OR (23 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Tigard, OR (23 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 17 days ago

CNA's Commercial Middle Markets team provides standard lines commercial property and casualty insurance products such as General Liability, Property, Inland Marine, Commercial Auto, Workers' Compensation...

Underwriting Consultant (Commercial Middle Market)

  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 19 days ago

CNAs Commercial Middle Markets team provides standard lines commercial property and casualty insurance products such as General Liability, Property, Inland Marine, Commercial Auto, Workers' Compensation...

Farm & Comm Underwriter 2

  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 26 days ago

Underwriting Expertise: Review and analyze underwriting information for new business, renewals, and policy changes....

Farm & Commercial Underwriting Assistant

  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 26 days ago

Qualifications & Skills: REQUIRED: At least one year Farm/Commercial insurance industry experience in a multiline package underwriting or servicing environment High school graduate or GED Strong analytical...

Account Executive Officer/Senior Underwriter Construction Loss Sensitive

  • Lake Oswego, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Account Executive Officer/Senior Underwriter Commercial Accounts

  • Lake Oswego, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (21 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting......

Middle Market Sr Sales Underwriting Specialist

  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (17 miles from Camas, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Uses all appropriate underwriting tools (e.g. RQI, WC RST, UWWS, and CLAY.), disciplines and knowledge of strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Camas, WA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Camas, WA 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 Camas, WA
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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