Underwriting Jobs in California

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

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

Surety Underwriting Assistant

Description Provides surety underwriting support and technical administrative assistance to underwriters, management, and other staff....

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....

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...

Remote Work
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...

WAHVE

Commercial Lines Account Manager (Remote)

  • WAHVE
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • WAHVE
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days 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...

Remote Work
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

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....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Programs

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...

Remote Work

Market Facing Life Sciences Underwriter, Middle Markets

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, 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....

AVP, SBA Underwriter

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Contact borrowers to gather and follow up on information needed to assist the underwriting decision....

Commercial Underwriter

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • moments ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • moments ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Loan Underwriting: 90% • Analyze, structure, and underwrite loan requests and renewals, including commercial loans/lines, SBA, commercial real estate and other wholesale loan products...

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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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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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Mortgage Underwriting Problems & Solutions Mastercourse
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in California

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 California 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 California
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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