Underwriting Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

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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Middle Markets Underwriter (Mid-Senior - Senior)

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 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....

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Executive Underwriter - Hospitals

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 21 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 21 days ago

RPLU, CPCU or IIA designation (strongly preferred). Why MedPro? MedPro Groups mission is built on a century-old legacy of protecting those who protect others....

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Senior Underwriter

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 27 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 27 days ago

What the day will look like: Underwrites Multi-line accounts accordance with agreed upon underwriting guidelines, regulatory compliance and carrier administration standards requirements (standard /...

Underwriter

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 30+ days ago

Conduct and complete or order all loss control surveys / reports in the required timelines for each assigned program....

Field Underwriter

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 30+ days ago

Travel to fulfill field underwriting re s ponsi bilities that may be a part of assigned accounts including client visits, sales presentations, industry conventions and loss control Conduct and complete...

Associate Underwriter Analyst

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 60+ days ago

Underwrite and process mid-term adjustment requests, resolve billing issues, and answer coverage related questions and price indications....

Underwriter I

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 90+ days ago

AU, CPCU, CIC or other equivalent insurance related coursework is desired. Two to five years of relevant Property and Casualty underwriting experience is desired....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Fort Wayne, IN 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 Fort Wayne, IN
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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