Underwriting Jobs in Albany, NY

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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Underwriting Officer, Ocean Marine - Hull & Liabilities

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 hours ago

As an Underwriting Officer, Ocean Marine, you are an underwriting subject matter expert and integral member of a field leadership team....

Group Underwriter Consultant, Senior

  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 7 hours ago

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

Home Lending Underwriter

  • Albany, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 7 hours ago

Keeps abreast of all bank, investor and insurer guidelines that relate to underwriting. 5% Other duties as assigned....

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience One to three years' work experience in a professional office environment preferred One to three years' prior experience in the life insurance...

Group Underwriter II (Stop Loss)

  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 8 days ago

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

Group Underwriter Senior (Stop Loss)

  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 8 days ago

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

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior (Stop Loss)

  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 8 days ago

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

Senior Program Underwriting Specialist (Property & Casualty)

  • Albany, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 9 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....

Mortgage Underwriter

  • Ballston Lake, NY (14 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Ballston Lake, NY (14 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Primary Responsibilities: Underwrite conventional (conforming and non-conforming) residential mortgage loans per product and investor guidelines through AUS and/or manual underwriting....

Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience * Three to five years' work experience in a professional office environment preferred * Three to five years prior experience in the life insurance...

Senior Underwriter

  • Glenmont, NY (10 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Glenmont, NY (10 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Mentor and support others within the Underwriting team as needed....

Construction Casualty Underwriter (Senior or AVP)

  • Albany, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 19 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....

Group Underwriting Consultant Senior

  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 20 days ago

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

Senior Underwriter - Group Captives

  • Albany, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 20 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....

Demographic Data for Albany, NY

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Albany, NY

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Albany, NY 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 Albany, NY
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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