Underwriting Jobs in Saugus, 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

Chief Underwriter, North America Middle Market

Product, pricing & underwriting expertise in Commercial & Specialty Lines. Manages underwriting results to achieve corporate profitability....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty

; loss control/risk engineering; marketing techniques, regulatory environment and reinsurance; advanced-level knowledge of territory management....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Fine Art & Specie

Minimum 5+ years underwriting experience in Fine Arts and/or High Net Worth Inland Marine Requires knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, and procedures....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Associate Account Analyst

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $53000.00 - $80000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills...

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriting Manager - Large Property Northeast Division

CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred. Proven analytical ability to evaluate high impact underwriting risks within scope of responsibility....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Educational Underwriter, Public Entity

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

Description Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions (LMMS) is a highly collaborative team that draws on the firm's vast commercial and personal lines capabilities to bring a full range of tailored solutions...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Sr Underwriting Officer, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

Responsibilities: Provides expert technical underwriting assistance and formal referral approval for multiple lines of business (auto, general liability, workers compensation) in Mobility Solutions....

Middle Market Life Science Underwriter (Sr. OR AVP)

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 90+ 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....

Underwriter, Wholesale Property - Lexington

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

underwriting goals while maintaining budgeted loss and expense ratios....

Construction Casualty Underwriter (Level I)

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 6 hours 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....

Underwriting Consultant - Natl Accts Property-Structured Risk

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Group Underwriter Senior

  • Woburn, MA (7 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (7 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

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

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Woburn, MA (7 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (7 miles from Saugus, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

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

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Saugus, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Saugus, 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 Saugus, 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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