Underwriting Jobs in Crystal Lake, IL

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

Senior Surety Underwriter - Core Contract (Chicago)

Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge surety underwriting risks within scope of responsibility. AFSB certification preferred....

MRSGM NA Associate Underwriter, Surety

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Profile Handling risks submitted by field offices/agents and specific risks assigned by management Gather underwriting information and make underwriting recommendations on bonds/aggregates (new...

Sr. Credit Underwriter - Distribution Finance

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Duties and Responsibilities: Underwrite high quality credit narratives in support of new and existing loans....

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Senior Surety Underwriter

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge surety underwriting risks within scope of responsibility. AFSB certification preferred....

AVP Underwriting Manager - Group Captives

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 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....

Secured Lending Underwriting Associate

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 9 days ago

**In this role, you will:** + Participate in the underwriting of less complex floor plan lending transactions within Distribution Finance Underwriting functional area + Review less complex issues, policies...

Referral Underwriting Manager - Garage Insurance

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 11 days ago

The Opportunity The Referral Underwriting Manager oversees Underwriting Guidelines and underwriting referral submissions from third party insurance carriers and MGA partners....

E&S Primary Casualty Underwriter (Senior or AVP)

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 16 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....

Production Underwriter

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (19 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (19 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 22 days ago

How will you contribute to the business: Establish and cultivate insurance broker relationships, with regular check-ins to review their book of insurance with us and any comments/concerns Underwrite...

MRSGNA Associate Underwriter, Surety

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Job Profile Handling risks submitted by field offices/agents and specific risks assigned by management Gather underwriting information and make underwriting recommendations on bonds/aggregates (new...

Underwriter/Broker - Wholesale Insurance

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (19 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (19 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Proactively stay abreast on relevant industry and market trends that impact underwriting guidelines, pricing and premiums....

Supervisor, Insurance Analyst

  • North Chicago, IL (23 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (23 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 23 days ago

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable...

Associate Surety Underwriter, Surety Underwriting Development Program

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Liberty Mutual Surety is seeking ambitious college gradslike youto join this year's class of the Surety Underwriting Development Program....

Senior Underwriting Specialist

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

In this position, you will underwrite new and renewal business which includes solicitation, selection and pricing of highly complex multi-line risks (workers compensation, commercial auto, general liability...

Underwriter

  • Lake Forest, IL (22 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (22 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum of 2-5 years' experience underwriting CRE loan requests. Formal credit training is a plus....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Crystal Lake, IL

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Crystal Lake, IL 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 Crystal Lake, IL
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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