Underwriting Jobs in Mahwah, NJ

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

Surety Underwriting Assistant

Provide support for underwriting functions like contract/commercial bonds and bid requests, ensuring compliance with state regulations....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Multi-National Underwriter

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

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, Middle Markets

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

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

Senior Underwriter, Private Company Directors & Officers Liability

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

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...

Representation & Warranty Insurance Underwriter

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience: JD degree and M&A legal background (and/or relevant RWI underwriting experience) Prior experience underwriting RWI is not required, but will be viewed favorably...

Underwriting Assistant

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Underwriting Support Support the Underwriters in the delivery of an effective and efficient administration service Provide pre-underwriting and rating support to Underwriters and...

Underwriting Associate, National Accounts Property-Wholesale

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

to make prudent underwriting decisions....

Senior Underwriter

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Chubb is currently seeking a skilled Senior Underwriter to join its excess casualty team in New York. Underwriter Responsibilities Generate new business submissions from brokers. Meet or exceed...

Senior Casualty Underwriter

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day 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....

Senior Credit Underwriter- CLC

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Required Skills: Knowledge of credit risk analysis and underwriting principles, methods, and practices....

Senior Underwriter - NYC

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Review loss experience, insurance to value, loss control reports, in additional to other relevant risk factors....

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Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Loan Processing: Underwriting
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AI for Loan Underwriting
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Mortgage Underwriting Problems & Solutions Mastercourse
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Mahwah, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Mahwah, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.5%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
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 Mahwah, NJ
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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