Underwriting Jobs in Walnut Creek, 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

Head of Excess Casualty Major Accounts

Qualifications Knowledge of commercial property & casualty products; insurance operations; finance and actuarial concepts; regulatory environment; reinsurance; account management; underwriting; producer...

Senior Underwriting Manager, Environmental

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The Senior Underwriting Manager contributes to the growth and profitability through marketing, underwriting and managing of the Environmental production underwriters....

Senior Underwriter, Specialty Property

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 11 days ago

CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility that includes competence with all phases and aspects...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Remote Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial - West

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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Private Equity Underwriter, Middle Markets (Senior or AVP)

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 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....

Market Facing Life Sciences Underwriter, Middle Markets

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 17 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....

Underwriting Training Program - Commercial Lines - Multiple Locations - June 2025

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 19 days ago

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

Senior Underwriting Officer, Middle Markets Construction

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 22 days ago

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

Underwriting Manager, Cyber

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 25 days ago

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...

Underwriter, CPLG

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Adhere to all company underwriting authority directives, underwriting guidelines, and other applicable company policies and procedures....

Underwriting Assistant - Large Accounts - Workers' Compensation

  • Dublin, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Dublin, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Builds and fosters internal and external relationships in order to provide a superior underwriting product and customer service experience....

VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day 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....

Senior Underwriter - Marine Hull and Liability

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Candidate Profile Senior Underwriter, Marine Hull and Liability will be a "hands-on" technical expert with a history of success within a top-tier Commercial Insurance Carrier focused on building a sustainable...

Environmental Underwriter

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Everest has been a global leader in reinsurance with a broad footprint, deep client relationships, underwriting excellence, responsive service, and customized solutions....

Construction Wrap-Up and Loss Sensitive, Director Underwriter

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Underwriting Director - UQ06CD We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Walnut Creek, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
14.3%
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 Walnut Creek, 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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