Underwriting Jobs in Washington

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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Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

commercial and personal lines capabilities to bring a full range of tailored solutions and nuanced approaches to the rapidly evolving mobility landscape....

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

Responsibilities: Provides expert technical underwriting assistance and formal referral approval for multiple lines of business (auto, general liability, workers` compensation) in Construction Industry...

Commercial Credit Underwriter I-II

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: The UW is responsible for underwriting and structuring of credit transactions....

Senior Insurance Analyst

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Understanding of key corporate insurance types, such as general liability, professional liability (E&O), cyber liability, directors and officers (D&O), and workers' compensation....

Group Underwriting Consultant

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

The Group Underwriting Consultant underwrites and prices complex large group new business for the seven states in the west region....

Insurance Underwriter

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 2 days ago

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to the Underwriting Manager....

Life & Disability Financial Underwriter

  • Olympia, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 2 days ago

**Use your skills to make an impact** **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience + Two or more years of Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability underwriting and...

Ins Underwriter Franchise Auto Dealerships

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

REMOTE WORK FROM HOME POSSIBLE Insurance Underwriter Underwriting Commercial Lines Franchise Automobile Truck Boat Dealerships Open Lots Property Casualty Excess Surplus Reinsurance General Liability...

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Insurance Underwriter - Pollution Risks

  • Richland, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 3 days ago

Duties: *** Accept, modify, or decline risks. *** Underwrite Environmental risks for coverage lines including General Liability, Contractors Pollution Liability, Professional Liability, Premises Pollution...

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Insurance Underwriter Med-Mal

  • Kirkland, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 3 days ago

Liability GL _....

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E&S Primary Casualty Underwriter

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 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....

Underwriter Sr-Business Banking

  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago

**Duties & Responsibilities:** + Analyze financial statements + Utilize bank systems for loan processing and completion of loan proposal + Complete underwriting and communicate credit decisions within...

Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Washington

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.9%
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 Washington
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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