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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Construction

experience, preferred CRIS, CPCU, or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate high impact underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial

As a Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial in property casualty insurance, you'll develop, grow and maintain diversified books of business while working closely with agents and brokers to assess risks...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Surety Underwriter

Underwrites new and existing account submissions utilizing underwriting authority granted by Chief Underwriting Officer. May handle most complex accounts based on level of role....

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...

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred....

Underwriting Technician

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

Provides support within established performance standards and priorities that are responsive to marketing, underwriting, retention and service goals....

Binding Authority Underwriting Associate

  • Bellevue, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and high level of knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures....

Wholesale Primary Casualty Underwriter - Navigators, a Brand of The Hartford

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

The Wholesale Primary Casualty Underwriter is primarily responsible for underwriting business through appointed wholesale brokers with a focus on the construction industry....

Senior Mortgage Loan Underwriter

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

Proficiency in loan origination systems (LOS) and automated underwriting systems (AUS), such as DU and LP....

Underwriting Consultant (Commercial Middle Market)

  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Mountlake Terrace, WA)
  • 5 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...

Lead Underwriter - E&S Property

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

Candidate Profile Lead Underwriter-E&S Property, will be a "hands-on" technical expert with a history of success within a top-tier commercial insurance carrier focused on primary and excess layer E&...

AVP, Construction Professional Liability Underwriter

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

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior (National Accounts)

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

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred....

Underwriting Analyst

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

Berkley Corporation, a Fortune 500 Company and one of the nation's premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers, we have the resources, support and industry data to provide exceptional...

Underwriting Consultant - Nat'l Accounts Property, Structured Risk

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

Specialist or Underwriting Consultant....

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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
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 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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