Underwriting Jobs in Bridgewater, 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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SBA Underwriter/Tester

  • Pennington, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pennington, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Work Locations: - Atlanta, GA - Charlotte, NC - Chicago, IL - Plano, TX - Phoenix, AZ - Pennington, NJ Testing Specialist II / Small Business Lending Global Risk Analytics (GRA) and Enterprise...

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • Iselin, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Iselin, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred Level Funded medical underwriting experience strongly preferred....

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA, PAHM or other insurance related courses preferred Level Funded medical underwriting experience strongly preferred....

Associate Underwriter Trainee -E&S Property- July 2025 (Morristown, NJ/Hybrid)

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

What YOU will do: In this position you will be responsible to perform all pre-quote work required by underwriting....

Senior Production Underwriter-Property & Inland Marine Division

  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance...

Group Underwriter Consultant, Senior

  • Woodbridge, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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

Account Executive, Ocean Marine Underwriter

  • Edison, NJ (12 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (12 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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

Group Underwriter Consultant, Senior

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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

Surety Underwriter

  • Hackettstown, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Working with Surety leadership and Credit functions to produce surety business that meets Everest's underwriting and credit criteria....

Senior Property and Casualty Underwriter

  • East Brunswick, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

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....

Executive Underwriter, Life Sciences

  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

authority Understanding of Workers Compensation, General Liability, Property and Auto Liability Insurance coverage, terms and conditions....

Underwriting Technician, Energy

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

files, such as underwriting workbooks, ensuring for file integrity Contacts external distribution partners for any required or outstanding underwriting information; pre or post binding as needed to...

Surety Underwriter

  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Everest has been a global leader in reinsurance with a broad footprint, deep client relationships, underwriting excellence, responsive service, and customized solutions....

Executive Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse...

AVP Underwriting Officer OR VP, Senior Underwriting Officer

  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 10 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....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Bridgewater, NJ 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 Bridgewater, 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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