Underwriting Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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 Intermediate-level knowledge of insurance products/coverage, underwriting, pricing, risk selection, market segments and marketplace; insurance finance and actuarial concepts; loss control...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Loss Sensitive - Large Construction

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 insurance designation preferred Proven...

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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Underwriter, Commercial Property

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 14 hours ago

Work within agreed decision-making standards, limitations, authorities, and underwriting guidelines. Achieve satisfactory ratings on all underwriting quality reviews....

Property and Casualty Senior Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Make your mark in Underwriting AIG underwriting teams help to find insurance solutions in areas including Financial Lines, Property, Casualty, Specialty Lines, Cyber, Multinational Clients, and High...

Underwriter Trainee

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago

Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) is a plus....

Commercial Underwriter

  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 6 days ago

May assist with manual underwriting of new standard loans....

Underwriter - Technology

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 9 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 9 days ago

Business Insurance helps companies in the UK and Ireland identify, prepare for and mitigate risks by offering a broad array of industry-specific, combined property and casualty insurance solutions to...

LIHTC Feasibility Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago

Through timely and thorough underwriting, this role supports Regions strategy to maintain and expand investor relationships....

Underwriter I

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 17 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 17 days ago

Demonstrated Experience for success in this role Bachelor's degree (Risk Management or similar) or equivalent industry experience 3+ years of commercial insurance experience Professional insurance designations...

Senior SBA Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 18 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 18 days ago

Requirements Must have 5 years of relevant SBA underwriting experience or a related field. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance and/or equivalent experience preferred....

Entry-Level Insurance Associate Underwriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 22 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 22 days ago

At Amwins, we succeed together - and have a good time doing it. We know people don't leave companies. They leave cultures - which is why we work so hard on ours. At Amwins, we thrive on...

insurance agency and/or servicing work experience Insurance compliance background including, but not limited to, coverage discrepancies, industry standards and government regulations Strong written...

Senior Underwriting Technician - Medical Professional Liability

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 28 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 28 days ago

Be available for questions to underwriting assistants and underwriting analysts including providing training....

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Property Underwriters

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)a plus. Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization....

Demographic Data for Birmingham, AL

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Birmingham, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.4%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.0%
Some College
2.4%
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 Birmingham, AL
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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