Underwriting Jobs in Kissimmee, FL

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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Underwriting Associate Manager(Commercial Constructio)

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Onboards, trains, coaches, and develops UAs; participates in the development of underwriting training and accountable for granting UA with underwriting authority....

Commercial Underwriting Manager (Remote-Florida)

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Train the underwriting team to ensure integrity of underwriting activities and processes....

Remote Work

E&S Primary Casualty Underwriter (Senior or AVP)

  • Maitland, FL (22 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maitland, FL (22 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 30+ 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....

Nonprofit Human Services Underwriter - Remote Opportunity

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Recommended Qualifications: Prior experience in underwriting nonprofit humans services and/or education accounts. Working to obtain or has already CPCU or other industry equivalent....

Remote Work

Assistant Underwriter

  • Maitland, FL (22 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Maitland, FL (22 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Provide service for existing accounts, surplus lines compliance, and/or obtaining necessary account information for underwriting purposes....

Personal Lines Renewal Underwriter

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Other activities, duties, projects or tasks as assigned Licenses and Certifications: 2-20 (Property & Casualty) license 1-20 (Surplus Lines) license (within 90 days of employment) Skills & Experience...

Personal Lines Underwriter

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

& Casualty equivalent license 3-5 years of personal lines insurance experience with a Wholesale Broker, MGA or Carrier Sales & Production driven mentality Proficient with MS Office Suite Experience...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Kissimmee, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Kissimmee, FL 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 Kissimmee, FL
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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