Underwriting Jobs in Florida

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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WAHVE

Commercial Lines Underwriter (Remote)

  • WAHVE
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • WAHVE
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 14 days ago

TO BECOME A WORK-AT-HOME VINTAGE EXPERT, WE REQUIRE 25 years of full-time work experience 10 most recent years of Commercial Lines Property & Casualty insurance experience BENEFITS OF BECOMING A WAHVE...

Remote Work

Group Underwriter Consultant, Senior

  • Miami, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 4 hours ago

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

Underwriter - Mortgage Fulfillment

  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 hours ago

experience required Solid knowledge of mortgage underwriting and of basic automated underwriting systems Proficiency with basic automated underwriting systems Knowledge of mortgage laws and regulations...

Underwriting Assistant - Large Accounts - Workers' Compensation

  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 hours ago

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

Senior Market Facing Technology and Life Sciences Underwriter, MM

  • Maitland, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Maitland, FL
  • 23 hours 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....

Residential Mortgage Underwriter

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

systems Strong decision-making and communication skills Over 2 years of mortgage underwriting experience or mortgage lending experience is required Knowledge of home loans and residential mortgages...

Underwriting Technician Trainee

  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 1 day ago

Currently seeking a detail-oriented individual for our Underwriting Technician Trainee opportunity, which is a developmental position....

Manager Mortgage Loan Underwriter

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 1 day ago

, and general oversite of the underwriting team that reports to them....

Underwriter- Personal Lines (Entry Level)

  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 2 days ago

We are a Broker, and we represent over 30 carriers for personal lines insurance....

Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

Kaufman Group, is North America's leading wholesale insurance broker and underwriting manager....

Dental Underwriter

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago

One (1) to two (2) years Dental or other types of Professional Liability, or commercial insurance experience. One (1) to two (2) years use of Microsoft products, including Word and Excel....

Binding Authority Underwriting Associate

  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 days ago

Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and high level of knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures....

Umbrella Excess Casualty Underwriter (Level I or II)

  • Maitland, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Maitland, FL
  • 4 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....

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

Senior Underwriter - Binding P&C

  • Largo, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Largo, FL
  • 5 days ago

Underwriting experience with multi line binding experience Experienced in Packaged & Monoline Polices; P&C, Transportation and Garage....

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Florida 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 Florida
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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