Underwriting Jobs in Poulsbo, 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...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial

We encourage you to apply and bring your expertise if you're a: Strategic Account Manager : As part of your portfolio strategy, you'll ensure a profitable book of Property and Casualty insurance by...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Farm Underwriter

As a Farm Underwriter in property casualty insurance, you'll grow and maintain diversified books of business while working with agents to assess risks, determine premiums, set conditions, and negotiate...

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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 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....

Mortgage Jr. Underwriter (REMOTE)

  • Bellevue, WA (21 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (21 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Hours are 11am - 8pm EST What You'll Do: Utilize technology to innovate the mortgage process Analyze components of the loan file to assist Underwriting & Processing Gather documents from third parties...

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Underwriter IV - Commercial

  • Bellevue, WA (21 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (21 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Analysis, Knowledge of Underwriting...

Inside Underwriter

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Manage the underwriting process ensuring adherence to carrier underwriting guidelines and CRC policies and procedures....

Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Kaufman Group, is North Americas leading wholesale insurance broker and underwriting manager....

Personal Lines Underwriter

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit and drive for career advancement to join our team as a Personal Lines Underwriter....

Underwriting Associate Manager (Middle Market)

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Onboards, trains, coaches, and develops UAs; participates in the development of underwriting training and accountable for granting UA with underwriting authority....

Insurance Underwriter

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Phone: ... ext 270 Insurance Underwriter Insurance Carrier - Agency Development Manager - Shoreline, WA Insurance Underwriter Marketing Underwriter Production Underwriting Complex Commercial Property...

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Senior Underwriter/Underwriter - Commercial Real Estate Banking

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Desired Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Prior Money Center Bank or Regional Banking Experience Skills: Credit and Risk Assessment Customer and Client Focus Financial Analysis Underwriting Written...

Sr Territory Manager, Construction Services Business Development - Commercial Lines (Sr Production Underwriter - Pacific Northwest)

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Qualified candidates must have Commercial insurance underwriting experience (with authority) and a profitability & production orientated lens along with agency management....

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Commercial Underwriting Associate

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Kemper's Commercial Underwriting Associate serves as the primary point of contact for insureds and lienholders for policy related inquiries....

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AI for Loan Underwriting
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Poulsbo, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Poulsbo, 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 Poulsbo, 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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