Underwriting Jobs in Gallagher, WV

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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Consumer Underwriter - Remote in Philadelphia, MD, VA, DE Territory

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 1 day ago

A Consumer Underwriter - Auto Finance evaluates, negotiates, and decisions consumer offerings within Allys underwriting policies to further grow application and contract volume....

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Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 9 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 9 days ago

Due to growth, CVS is looking to add Manager of Underwriting, Pharmacy....

Group Underwriting Consultant

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 18 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 18 days ago

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

Life & Disability Financial Underwriter

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 19 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 19 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...

Commercial Credit Underwriter

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 20 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 20 days ago

Candidates should have experience in investment commercial real estate underwriting....

Senior Commercial Underwriter

  • South Charleston, WV (21 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 22 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV (21 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 22 days ago

Assist with training & mentoring of commercial underwriting team members. Attend client meetings, as appropriate, to support underwriting request....

Underwriter Multifamily (Bridge Loan)

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 25 days ago

._ + Bachelors degree and 2+ years' experience in the evaluation of commercial real estate properties including property inspections, reviewing financial statements, and underwriting loan transactions...

Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 25 days ago

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

Senior Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 25 days ago

The incumbent uses discretion of Underwriting authority within the policies of HMIG and ensures appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Associate Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 25 days ago

The incumbent develops and uses discretion of Underwriting authority, within the policies of HMIG, and ensure appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Senior Commercial Underwriter

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 26 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 26 days ago

Assist with training & mentoring of commercial underwriting team members. Attend client meetings, as appropriate, to support underwriting request....

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 28 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 28 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred Level Funded medical underwriting experience strongly preferred....

Mgr,Underwriter

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

**Position Summary** Would you like to join CVS Health, a Fortune 5 company, on our multifaceted Coram Home Infusion Underwriting team?...

Case Underwriter III

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

inquiries and requests, coordinating with multiple internal departments as necessary. + Learns to underwrite pending files received for review and contestable claims files for underwriting. + Works...

Underwriter, Wholesale, Specialty Products

  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (18 miles from Gallagher, WV)
  • 30+ 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 Gallagher, WV

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Gallagher, WV offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.9%
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 Gallagher, WV
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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