Underwriting Jobs in South Dakota

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 Agency Underwriter - Conventional

  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago

Senior Underwriters are responsible for the underwriting of complex loan transactions within Agency multifamily guidelines as well as providing training and oversight to Underwriting Analysts....

Manager Mortgage Loan Underwriter

  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago

, and general oversite of the underwriting team that reports to them....

Loan Underwriter

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Key job responsibilities include: underwriting real estate; underwriting borrowers; and helping to process, fulfill, and service loans. The work environment is collegial....

Loan Underwriter Intern

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Potential work is likely to be focused on compiling and underwriting property and borrower due diligence. The work environment is collegial but demanding....

Surety Underwriting Associate

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 7 days ago

Provides assistance and/or training to other Underwriting Associates as needed. May perform additional duties and project work as assigned....

Senior Program Underwriting Specialist (Property & Casualty)

  • Pierre, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 11 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....

Underwriting Manager

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago

Underwriter (RHU) - The American College of Financial Services Upon Hire or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) - The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research Upon Hire 4-6 years Experience in health insurance...

Mortgage Loan Underwriter

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 15 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 15 days ago

Analyze credit history, income capacity, assets, and collateral eligibility to evaluate risk for manual underwriting or automated underwriting data validation....

Senior Agency Underwriter - Conventional

  • SD
  • 15 days ago
  • SD
  • 15 days ago

Senior Underwriters are responsible for the underwriting of complex loan transactions within Agency multifamily guidelines as well as providing training and oversight to Underwriting Analysts....

Senior Underwriter - Group Captives

  • Pierre, SD
  • 18 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 18 days ago

Construction/energy underwriting background strongly preferred....

Market Facing Underwriter - Group Captives

  • Pierre, SD
  • 21 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 21 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....

Senior Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Pierre, SD
  • 22 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 22 days ago

The incumbent uses discretion of Underwriting authority within the policies of HMIG and ensures appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Associate Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Pierre, SD
  • 22 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 22 days ago

Science or other quantitative analysis discipline Substitutions 6 years relevant, progressive experience in the area of specialization Preferred None EXPERIENCE Minimum 0 - 2 years of experience in Insurance...

Ag Marketing Underwriter

  • SD
  • 26 days ago
  • SD
  • 26 days ago

You will be responsible for exercising underwriting judgments to determine rate and risk selection for the Ag line business....

Underwriting Manager Avera Health Plan

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 27 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 27 days ago

Underwriter (RHU) - The American College of Financial Services Upon Hire or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) - The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research Upon Hire 4-6 years Experience in health insurance...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in South Dakota 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 South Dakota
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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