Underwriting Jobs in Meridian, ID

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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Senior Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 9 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 9 days ago

The incumbent uses discretion of Underwriting authority within the policies of HMIG and ensures appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter - Cyber & Technology

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 10 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 10 days ago

Underwrite and skillfully negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability....

Associate Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 11 days ago

The incumbent develops and uses discretion of Underwriting authority, within the policies of HMIG, and ensure appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Underwriter Trainee

  • Meridian, ID
  • 11 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 11 days ago

Hands-On Experience: Produce and underwrite new and renewal property and casualty insurance business....

Insurance Analyst - Colliers Mortgage

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 13 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 13 days ago

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to break into both the commercial real estate and/or commercial insurance industry....

Executive Underwriter, Inland Marine

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 19 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 19 days ago

Collaborates with and provides oversight to the junior underwriting staff on portfolio management and strategic underwriting decisions to ensure production, financial and underwriting objectives with...

Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 25 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 25 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Underwriter, Wholesale, Specialty Products

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 28 days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 28 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Underwriting Officer, Ocean Marine - Hull & Liabilities

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago

underwriting execution through individual risk and/or portfolio CUREs as well as through the evaluation of underwriter proficiency and underwriting quality. + Drive the development of key underwriting...

Manager Mortgage Loan Underwriter

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Mortgage Loan Underwriter Senior

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum 7 years of experience in jumbo and super jumbo underwriting to investor or organizations guidelines required Minimum 7 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (i.e., Ability...

Senior Program Underwriting Specialist (Property & Casualty)

  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
  • 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....

Underwriting Assistant

  • Meridian, ID
  • 45+ days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 45+ days ago

Company Details Berkley North Pacific is rooted in the Pacific Northwest offering personalized commercial insurance solutions through collaborative efforts for ultimate customer experience....

Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • Meridian, ID
  • 45+ days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 45+ days ago

Company Details Berkley North Pacific is rooted in the Pacific Northwest offering personalized commercial insurance solutions through collaborative efforts for ultimate customer experience....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Meridian, ID

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Meridian, ID 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 Meridian, ID
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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