Underwriting Jobs in San Ramon, 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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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

Underwriting Development Program - Global Risk Solutions - June 2025

Then be in your element when you're part of the collaborative underwriting team at Liberty Mutual....

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 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...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

Description Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions (LMMS) is a highly collaborative team that draws on the firm's vast commercial and personal lines capabilities to bring a full range of tailored solutions...

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

Sr Underwriting Officer, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

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

Market Facing Life Sciences Underwriter, Middle Markets

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 45+ days 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....

Underwriter

  • Hayward, CA (8 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hayward, CA (8 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

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

Group Underwriter Consultant, Senior

  • Walnut Creek, CA (7 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (7 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position is the most senior technical underwriting expert....

Senior Underwriter, Property

  • San Ramon, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA
  • 3 days ago

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

Underwriting Assistant

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Underwriting Support Support the Underwriters in the delivery of an effective and efficient administration service Provide pre-underwriting and rating support to Underwriters and other staff....

Underwriting Specialist, WorldRisk, Foreign Casualty

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Underwriting Specialist, WorldRisk Join us as an Underwriting Specialist, WorldRisk to step up to a key team role that will drive business growth....

Senior Underwriter, Financial Lines, Private Company

  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (22 miles from San Ramon, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Contribute to the regular analysis and review of underwriting practices and procedures. Provide assistance and support to other members of the underwriting team when necessary....

LMM Underwriter

  • San Ramon, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA
  • 5 days ago

The underwriting territory is the Southwest....

Demographic Data for San Ramon, CA

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Loan Processing: Underwriting
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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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Insurance Underwriting Techniques for Insurance Brokers
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in San Ramon, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in San Ramon, 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 San Ramon, 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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