Underwriting Jobs in Fitchburg, MA

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

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...

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Senior Underwriter

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Exhibits proficiency in Secondary Market guidelines, Automated Underwriting systems, and Mortgage Insurance provider requirements with an ability to interpret findings and make sound underwriting decisions...

Commercial Lines Associate Underwriter/Underwriter Trainee - (Hybrid - Marlborough, MA)

  • Marlborough, MA (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Utica National Insurance Group is an "A" rated $1.6B award-winning, nationally recognized property & casualty insurance carrier....

Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • Westborough, MA (24 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (24 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 20 days ago

Document underwriting files to reflect decision making related to risk selection, pricing and controls Collect market intelligence related to emerging issues and underwriting trends for commercial...

Sr Underwriting Specialist, Hanover Specialty Industrial

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Knows and applies advanced underwriting concepts including risk selection, exposure and hazard identification and control, coverage implications, and loss analysis....

Small CL Field Underwriter

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Own all aspects of the New Business underwriting process including acceptability and documentation at inception as well as subsequent validation through other sources including Loss Control Responsible...

Marine - Senior Underwriting Specialist

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Knows and applies advanced underwriting concepts including risk selection, exposure and hazard identification and control, coverage implications, and loss analysis....

Middle Market Sr Sales Underwriting Specialist

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Uses all appropriate underwriting tools (e.g. RQI, WC RST, UWWS, and CLAY.), disciplines and knowledge of strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed....

Associate Insurance Underwriter

  • Westborough, MA (24 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Westborough, MA (24 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

At Amwins, we succeed together - and have a good time doing it. We know people don't leave companies. They leave cultures - which is why we work so hard on ours. At Amwins, we thrive on...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Fitchburg, MA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Fitchburg, MA 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 Fitchburg, MA
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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