Underwriting Jobs in Mountlake Terrace, 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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Underwriting Associate Operations Account Specialist - Middle Market Field

  • 020 Travelers Indemnity Co
  • Lake Stevens, WA (21 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lake Stevens, WA (21 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 2 hours ago

Explore life at Travelers. Open to all employees, our 10 Diversity Networks celebrate culture and communities and create spaces for all employees through powerful forums for dialogue and support....

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Underwriting Associate I (Trainee Program)

  • Western National Group & Umialik Insurance
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 2 hours ago

In addition, the Group is consistently recognized as a Ward's 50 property-and-casualty insurance company for its outstanding financial results....

Hybrid

Senior Middle Market Underwriter

  • Selby Jennings
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 2 hours ago

within the underwriting organization....

Hybrid

Underwriter / Account Executive Business Center Inland Marine

  • Travelers Insurance Company
  • Bellevue, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 8 hours ago

Underwrite and skillfully negotiate customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability....

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Large Property Underwriter

  • Hartford Fire Ins. Co
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 4 days ago

You'll underwrite new and renewal business, deliver risk management services, and support profitable growth across industries like manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and real estate....

Hybrid

Underwriting Assistant - Commercial Programs

  • Jencap
  • Bothell, WA (5 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (5 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 5 days ago

An understanding of commercial insurance and rating function preferred. Familiar with Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word and agency management systems....

Hybrid

Ocean Marine Underwriter

  • The Hartford
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 3 + years of P&C insurance underwriting or marketing experience....

Hybrid

Stop Loss Underwriting Specialist

  • Cambia Health Solutions
  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 10 days ago

The Stop Loss Underwriting Specialist supports the Stop Loss Underwriting team through data entry, running, and reviewing claims reports....

Remote

Underwriting Technician

  • Porch.com, Inc.
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Preferred 6+ months of underwriting experience Basic understanding of personal lines products, coverages, and eligibility requirements....

Remote

Senior Underwriting Consultant Life Underwriting Remote

  • Symetra Financial
  • Bellevue, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 16 days ago

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our Life Underwriting Department as a Senior Life Underwriting Consultant for our Large Case and High-Net-Worth Foreign National Team....

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Executive Underwriter - Inland Marine

  • Allianz
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 19 days ago

in accordance with underwriting guidelines and underwriting authority....

Remote

Production Underwriter/Broker

  • USG Holding
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 23 days ago

Strong knowledge and experience of property and casualty insurance including: coverages, rating, terminology and technical procedures. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: P&C License required....

Remote

Senior Cyber Underwriter - West Coast (Remote)

  • Munich Re
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 26 days ago

experience, with additional experience in cyberrelated areas such as claims, product administration, underwriting, or cybersecurity Commercial underwriting and/or insurance marketing experience Established...

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Cyber Underwriter - West Coast (Remote)

  • Munich Re
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

lifecycle Support execution of short and longterm underwriting and portfolio objectives Monitor, evaluate, and recommend improvements to underwriting processes for direct cyber products and MGA partnerships...

Remote

Commercial Loan Underwriter Manager

  • Mechanics Bank
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for underwriting and risk analysis of credit requests within assigned business line. Performs independent, objective, and detailed financial and collateral analysis of credit requests....

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Demographic Data for Mountlake Terrace, WA

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Mountlake Terrace, WA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Mountlake Terrace, WA 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 Mountlake Terrace, 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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