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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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...

As a Small Commercial 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...

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

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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Insurance Underwriter

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 hours ago

Insurance Business Dev Manager - Agency Relationships - Lakewood, WA Insurance Underwriter Marketing Underwriter Production Underwriting Complex Commercial Property - Machinery involved in Manufacturing...

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Farm & Commercial Underwriting Assistant

  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 hours 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...

Farm & Comm Underwriter 2

  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 hours ago

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

Pacific Region-MM Underwriting Technician

  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Our Middle Market team is currently seeking an Underwriting Technician in our Seattle, WA or Roseville, CA location. This is a full time, non-exempt role....

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Middle Market Sr Sales Underwriting Specialist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 hours 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....

Senior Disability Underwriter, Individual Disability

  • Olympia, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 15 hours ago

Confidently explain Guardian product information, risk classification, and underwriting action to peers and field force + Collaborate with peer underwriting staff, support personnel, and adjacent departments...

Home Loan Underwriter II

  • Richland, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum of 2 years of relevant mortgage loan underwriting experience required. One year experience in correspondent lending preferred....

Commercial Underwriter, Sr.

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

May shadow manage a portfolio as part of training and development, with Underwriting Manager and Market Director mutual approval....

Executive Underwriter (Seattle)

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

The Specialty Casualty team delivers significant value to our wholesale brokers by providing them with an underwriting capability for higher hazard General Liability and Excess insurance needs that...

Group Underwriter Senior (Stop Loss)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Stop Loss underwriting experience preferred Demonstrated knowledge, and proficiency in Medical Stop Loss Underwriting....

AVP Underwriting Officer OR VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

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

Demographic Data for Washington

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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

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Washington 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 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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