Underwriting Jobs in Alabama

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

Underwriter, Commercial Property

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 hours ago

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

Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 8 hours ago

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

E&S, Excess Casualty Market Facing Underwriter (Underwriter/ Senior Underwriter)

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours 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....

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....

Loss Mitigation Underwriter I (Remote Eligible)

  • Clanton, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Clanton, AL
  • 5 days ago

Education and Experience Required: A combined 3 years higher education and/or experience, including a minimum of 1 year collections or underwriting experience....

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Commercial Underwriter

  • Homewood, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Homewood, 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....

Indirect Lending Credit Underwriter

  • Mobile, AL
  • 18 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 18 days ago

Underwrites loans within stated consumer lending guidelines and applicable regulations....

Commercial Underwriting Specialist

  • AL
  • 21 days ago
  • AL
  • 21 days ago

Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance...

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Alabama

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 Alabama 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 Alabama
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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