Underwriting Jobs in Palo Alto, 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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Senior Underwriter - Wholesale

  • Dublin, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Solicit, underwrite, and price business consistent with the Company's Underwriting Philosophy....

Underwriter

  • Hayward, CA (16 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (16 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Experience & Knowledge : Minimum 3+ years of personal lines underwriting experience, with a strong preference for high-value homeowners insurance....

Senior Underwriter, Property

  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The Commercial Insurance Division is seeking to fill an Senior Property Underwriter position in the Pacific North Region....

LMM Underwriter

  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The underwriting territory is the Southwest....

CRE Underwriter

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Assist in streamlining underwriting processes and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency....

Asset Underwriter

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Technical Skills: Strong expertise in financial analysis, credit risk modeling, and loan underwriting....

Commercial Underwriter

  • Dublin, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Technical Skills: Strong understanding of financial analysis, credit risk modeling, and loan underwriting processes....

Market Facing Underwriter, Middle Markets

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 28 days ago

& Casualty insurance needs....

Senior Underwriter - Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Chubb is currently seeking a skilled Commercial Lines Senior Underwriter to join its Middle Market Commercial Insurance team....

VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider ofmercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Sr. Underwriter - Residential & Multifamily

  • Redwood City, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Sign off on underwriting loan conditions according to underwriting guidelines. Re-underwrite loans when additional or new information has been received....

AVP, Surety Underwriting Officer or VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider ofmercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Underwriter, Technology

  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Underwriting will include marketing and servicing accounts based on Chubb guidelines....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Palo Alto, CA 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 Palo Alto, 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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