Underwriting Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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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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 insurance designation preferred Proven...

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Middle Markets

Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 5 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience CPCU or professional...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Surety Underwriting Assistant

Description Provides surety underwriting support and technical administrative assistance to underwriters, management, and other staff....

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...

CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses...

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

Senior Surety Underwriter - Small to Mid Contract

Must demonstrate comprehension of complex technical underwriting issues and be capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and administrative processes/ workflows to properly manage...

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....

Mortgage Loan Underwriter Senior

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 10 hours ago

. * Minimum 7 years of experience in jumbo and super jumbo underwriting to investor or organizations guidelines required * Minimum 7 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (i.e...

Insurance Analyst - Colliers Mortgage

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 hours ago

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to break into both the commercial real estate and/or commercial insurance industry....

Executive Underwriter - Construction - Primary Casualty

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Liability, Auto Liability, Umbrella, Property and Inland Marine.Preferred Licenses/CertificationsCPCU, ARM, CRIS, OSHAPreferred KnowledgeStrong working knowledge of products and insur nce conceptsStrong...

Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Underwriting Specialist I

  • Fort Washington, PA (12 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Fort Washington, PA (12 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 20 hours ago

Preferred Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills and property & casualty insurance carrier underwriting experience. Ability to multi-task....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA
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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