Underwriting Jobs in Medford, 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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Senior Underwriter

  • Melville, NY (22 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Melville, NY (22 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Preferred: Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

Commercial Credit Senior Underwriter/Portfolio Manager I, ABL

  • Hauppauge, NY (10 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (10 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Displays deep understanding of financial regulatory environment as it applies to underwriting most forms of commercial credit transactions....

Commercial Underwriter II

  • Hauppauge, NY (10 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (10 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Stay abreast of any changes in loan underwriting policy and procedural changes....

Commercial Lines Underwriter Assistant

  • Huntingtn Sta, NY (20 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Huntingtn Sta, NY (20 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Merchants has been granted Ward's 50 designation as a top-performing property-casualty insurance company for four consecutive years....

Correspondent QC Underwriter

  • Melville, NY (22 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Melville, NY (22 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Over four years of experience in mortgage underwriting to agency guidelines (FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA, USDA) ? Experience in underwriting non-QM loans ?...

Commercial Lines Underwriter

  • Hauppauge, NY (10 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (10 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Property and Casualty insurance related coursework is a plus i.e. CPCU. Previous Agency relationships within the local insurance industry are highly desirable....

Account Executive Officer, Construction Loss Sensitive Underwriter

  • Melville, NY (22 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Melville, NY (22 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? 4 years of underwriting experience. What Is in It for You?...

Executive Underwriter (Mid-Market Property and Casualty)

  • Smithtown, NY (12 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Smithtown, NY (12 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Underwriting Authorities, global MSU, Underwriting Guidelines, Rules and Principles Proactively support completion of policy administration and credit control processes Contribute to development and...

Underwriting Consultant (Life Sciences)

  • Melville, NY (22 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Melville, NY (22 miles from Medford, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Specialist or Underwriting Consultant....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Medford, NY

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Medford, NY 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 Medford, 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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