Underwriting Jobs in Washington, DC

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

Executive Underwriter, Middle Markets

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 5 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Technology

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...

; loss control/risk engineering; marketing techniques, regulatory environment and reinsurance; advanced-level knowledge of territory management....

Minimum 5+ years underwriting experience in Fine Arts and/or High Net Worth Inland Marine Requires knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, and procedures....

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 insurance designation preferred Proven...

Lead Commercial Real Estate Underwriter

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 hours ago

diligence package and works closely with the client to obtain underwriting documentation ensuring it meets Bank and GSE requirements Coordination of the various Bank and GSE required compliance checks...

Associate, Specialty Underwriter & Portfolio Manager

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Associate, Specialty Underwriter & Portfolio Manager The Underwriting and Portfolio Management organization is responsible for working with internal partners to underwrite new transactions and manage...

Entry Level Underwriter

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

This job performs and applies insurance coverage, rules and guidelines to execute the underwriting decision-making process according to Company underwriting philosophy....

LEAN/MAP Loan Underwriter

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description The Loan Underwriting Analyst position will perform underwriting due diligence reviews of loans for residential care facilities, assisted living facilities, and skilled-nursing facilities...

Group Underwriter II (Stop Loss)

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses preferred....

GSE Underwriting Analyst

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago

Department: GSE Underwriting We are Walker & Dunlop....

GSE Underwriting Coordinator

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago

Department: GSE Underwriting We are Walker & Dunlop....

Uses underwriting and research tools, and all other appropriate resources, yto determine acceptability of risk and uses sound underwriting judgment when using company underwriting guidelines and standards...

Multifamily Underwriting Manager

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago

Your Impact: Management Manage and monitor pipeline of deals in underwriting stages....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Washington, DC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC
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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