Underwriting Jobs in Georgetown, 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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Group Underwriter Consultant, Senior

  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

Position is the most senior technical underwriting expert....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior (Stop Loss)

  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred....

Group Underwriter Senior (Stop Loss)

  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Stop Loss underwriting experience preferred Demonstrated knowledge, and proficiency in Medical Stop Loss Underwriting....

Group Underwriter II (Stop Loss)

  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses preferred....

Senior Underwriter- A&H

  • Marblehead, MA (16 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Marblehead, MA (16 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Supplementary information Skills: Adaptability, Analytical Thinking, Business Development, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Financial Advising, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration,...

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 20 days ago

Position is the most senior technical underwriting expert....

Associate Underwriter, Accident & Health

  • Marblehead, MA (16 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Marblehead, MA (16 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Skills: Analytical Thinking, Collaboration Tools, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Customer Value Management, Detail-Oriented, Financial Advising, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration...

SVP, Excess Casualty Underwriter

  • Wakefield, MA (16 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Wakefield, MA (16 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 28 days ago

Document underwriting thought process for each key area of exposure within target classes....

Sr. Commercial Loan Underwriter - Aviation

  • Georgetown, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Georgetown, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Seven to ten years of commercial underwriting experience, showing increasing levels of responsibilities, required. Experience underwriting larger and very complex loan transactions....

Sr. Business Banking Underwriter

  • Salem, MA (14 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salem, MA (14 miles from Georgetown, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Previous credit training/underwriting experience is required. Bachelor's degree (B....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Georgetown, MA

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Georgetown, MA 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 Georgetown, 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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