Underwriting Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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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WAHVE

Commercial Lines Account Manager (Remote)

  • WAHVE
  • Los Angeles, CA (2 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • WAHVE
  • Los Angeles, CA (2 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

TO BECOME A WORK-AT-HOME VINTAGE EXPERT, WE REQUIRE 25 years of full-time work experience 10 most current years of Commercial Lines Property & Casualty insurance experience BENEFITS OF BECOMING A WAHVE...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Construction

CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Multi-National Underwriter

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent 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...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriting Officer, Middle Markets Construction

Responsibilities: Provides expert technical underwriting assistance and formal referral approval for multiple lines of business (auto, general liability, workers` compensation) in Construction Industry...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Underwriting Manager, Cyber

Under direction from manager, focuses on the oversight of Underwriting execution, including administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, and analyzing the quality of policies underwritten...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Environmental Casualty

Description Our Environmental Casualty Underwriters are responsible for developing and growing our General Liability/Pollution, XS and Auto lines of coverage....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Surety Home Office Executive Underwriter

Responsibilities: Underwrites new and existing contract account submissions of a wide range in size and complexity utilizing underwriting authority granted by Chief Underwriting Officer....

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Mutli-Industry

CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriting Practice Consultant, Middle Market Independent Agents

Experience with insurance operations; claims, finance and actuarial concepts; regulatory environment; loss control/risk engineering; reinsurance; account management; product development; and industry...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Healthcare Professional Liability

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent 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...

Account Executive Officer/Senior Underwriter - Ocean

  • Glendale, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting experience. What Is in It for You?...

SBA Loan Underwriter

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Maintain knowledge of company underwriting and lending guidelines and provide input to guidelines when requested. Review and sign off all underwriting conditions in a timely manner....

Account Executive Officer/Senior Underwriter, National Property Underwriter

  • Glendale, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting experience. What Is in It for You?...

Executive Underwriter, Major Accounts Casualty

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

experience. • CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred. • Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility. • Demonstrated ability to communicate...

Senior Underwriter, Excess Construction

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable...

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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AI for Loan Underwriting
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the financial landscape, particularly in loan underwriting, by enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and risk assessment. This course, AI for Loan...
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Loan Processing: Underwriting
Underwriting is the fourth step in processing a loan. It's what happens behind the scenes once you submit your application. It's one of the most critical steps, because the underwriter makes the...
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Insurance Underwriting Principles and Practices
Within the ever-evolving insurance landscape, the significance of underwriters has reached unprecedented heights. These professionals play a crucial role in evaluating risks, establishing policy...
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.5%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
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 Los Angeles, CA
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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