Underwriting Jobs in Grafton, WI

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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Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter- Construction Casualty

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • Milwaukee, WI (19 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (19 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 23 days ago

As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with our Preferred Distribution...

Hybrid Full Time

Group Underwriter Senior

  • Elevance Health
  • Waukesha, WI (24 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (24 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Level: Non-Management Exempt Workshift: Job Family: UND > Group Underwriting Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement...

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Senior Associate Underwriter

  • Kaufman Financial Group
  • Waukesha, WI (24 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (24 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Our Senior Associates underwrite and supervise a portion of an Underwriters book of business, support renewal and new business development, and have the opportunity to achieve full underwriting authority...

Hybrid

Regional Underwriting Director - Contract Surety

  • Crum & Forster Holdings Corp.
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Regional Underwriting Director, Midwest Region Location: Greater Milwaukee area hybrid Summary The Regional UW Director is responsible for the review and analysis of underwriting data...

Hybrid

Underwriting Associate

  • First Business Financial Services, Inc.
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Join us today as the Underwriting Associate! First Business Bank is a Top Workplaces USA company, learn more here....

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Surety Underwriting Associate

  • Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Associate team by supporting various underwriting functions in partnership with assigned underwriters and/or territories....

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Group Underwriter Consultant

  • Elevance Health
  • Waukesha, WI (24 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (24 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Large group underwriting experience preferred....

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Commercial Underwriting Supervisor

  • West Bend Mutual Insurance
  • West Bend, WI (16 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Bend, WI (16 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 14 days ago

Job Summary The Underwriting Supervisor provides daytoday leadership for an assigned group of Underwriters, ensuring underwriting quality, consistency, and productivity....

Remote Hybrid

Contract Underwriter, Surety

  • Kristina Dayton
  • Milwaukee, WI (19 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (19 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 14 days ago

Primary responsibilities With assistance where needed from Branch Manager: Underwrite contract bonds adhering to Markel Suretys underwriting philosophy, appropriately assessing the risk presented and...

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Commercial Underwriter II

  • EMC Insurance
  • Milwaukee, WI (19 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (19 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 16 days ago

Consults experienced underwriters to ask questions and gain understanding in underwriting best practices....

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Marine Underwriting Associate

  • Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 22 days ago

This is a hybrid opportunity.POSITION OVERVIEW: This position serves as an essential member of the Marine Underwriting Associate team by supporting various underwriting functions in partnership with...

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Underwriting Technician

  • West Bend Mutual Insurance
  • West Bend, WI (16 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • West Bend, WI (16 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 22 days ago

Review and clear accounts for new customers and process policy change requests that do not require underwriting decisions....

Hybrid

Sr. Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • The Travelers Companies
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (20 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 23 days ago

Additionally, occasionally negotiate and procure reinsurance to underwrite complex accounts....

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Commercial Underwriter - Transportation

  • West Bend Mutual Insurance
  • West Bend, WI (16 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Bend, WI (16 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Our Commercial Lines Underwriting team plays a critical role in our journey towards profitable growth....

Remote Hybrid

Staff Underwriter

  • West Bend Mutual Insurance
  • West Bend, WI (16 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Bend, WI (16 miles from Grafton, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

Attend underwriting territory and team meetings to identify important updates, trends and to provide small group mentoring....

Remote Hybrid

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Grafton, WI

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Grafton, WI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Grafton, WI
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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