Underwriting Jobs in Sparks, MD

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

Executive Underwriter, Middle Markets

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 5 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Remote Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial - East

We encourage you to apply and bring your expertise if you're a: Strategic Account Manager : As part of your portfolio strategy, you'll ensure a profitable book of Property and Casualty insurance by...

Remote Work

RCC Multifamily Associate Underwriter

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 1 day ago

a minimum of 1 year underwriting or related experience....

Senior Contract Surety Underwriter

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago

In general, the Senior Contract Surety Underwriter produces an underwriting profit and protects against losses by proper risk selection and underwriting of all types of contract surety bonds, within...

Property and Casualty Underwriter - Self Storage program

  • Hunt Valley, MD (4 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD (4 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary The Property and Casualty Underwriter is responsible for managing a portfolio of accounts and driving new and renewal business opportunities for Property and Casualty insurance....

Account Executive/Underwriter, Small Commercial

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 8 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting experience. What Is in It for You?...

Underwriting Consultant - Nat'l Accts Property-Structured Risk

  • Timonium, MD (8 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Timonium, MD (8 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Typically, a minimum five years underwriting experience....

Property and Casualty Underwriting Associate

  • Hunt Valley, MD (4 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD (4 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) is a plus. Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

Surety Underwriting Assistant

  • Owings Mills, MD (10 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (10 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 15 days ago

Serves as mentor to Surety Underwriting Partners....

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Underwriting Specialist(Commercial Construction P&C)

  • Timonium, MD (8 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Timonium, MD (8 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Notifies agencies of adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations....

Middle Market Commercial Accounts - Underwriter

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 19 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting experience. What Is in It for You?...

Senior Underwriter, Stop Loss

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

This is a great opportunity to join the Sun Life Stop Loss Underwriting Team!...

VP Underwriter (North East)

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Demonstrate sound risk and pricing decision making, incorporating technology/security resources and traditional underwriting principles....

AVP Underwriter (North East)

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Demonstrate sound risk and pricing decision making, incorporating technology/security resources and traditional underwriting principles....

Commercial Real Estate Credit Senior Underwriter

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

RESPONSBILITIES Facilitate the credit needs of customers by underwriting new requests and material modifications from deal screen through approval....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Sparks, MD

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Sparks, MD 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 Sparks, MD
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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