Underwriting Jobs in La Vergne, TN

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Underwriter, Middle Market Construction

Qualifications Intermediate-level knowledge of insurance products/coverage, underwriting, pricing, risk selection, market segments and marketplace; insurance finance and actuarial concepts; loss control...

Group Underwriter, Senior

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 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....

Supervisor Mortgage Loan Underwriter

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 3 days ago

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

Remote Underwriting Manager, TPO Specialty Products

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 3 days ago

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

Remote Work

Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 4 days ago

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

E&S, Excess Casualty Market Facing Underwriter (Underwriter/ Senior Underwriter)

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 5 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....

Commercial Underwriter, Sr

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Meet quality standards as outlined in underwriting guidelines and policy; evaluation by Loan Review, OCC, to ensure acceptable underwriting or accurate asset quality ratings (AQR)....

Production Underwriter

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Key functions include but are not limited to the following: Underwrite accounts over $25,000 within established underwriting authority Manage a book of business totaling a minimum of $10,000,000 Develops...

Commercial Underwriter II

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Key Accountabilities Underwrite and Decision Loans Underwrite and decision renewals and new credit requests focusing on appropriate due diligent, risk assessment and asset quality ratings (AQR) Meet...

Commercial Underwriter III

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Key Accountabilities Underwrite and Decision Loans Underwrite and decision renewals and new credit requests focusing on appropriate due diligent, risk assessment and asset quality ratings (AQR) Meet...

Underwriter

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 17 days ago

Review new and renewal commercial insurance risks in the Small Business Transportation Program, working with Motor Carrier, General Liability, and Motor Truck Cargo coverages, forms, underwriting, and...

Risk & Medical Underwriting Manager-Commercial Healthcare (Hybrid)

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 21 days ago

Qualifications 5+ of HealthCare Underwriting experience or other industry experience Management experience in underwriting preferred Experience in the financial, insurance or managed care industry or...

Captives Executive Underwriter

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 21 days ago

You will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....

Underwriter Internship - Summer 2024

  • Brentwood, TN (12 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (12 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 22 days ago

A career at Auto-Owners is challenging and rewarding. Our group of caring associates create financial security by helping individuals and businesses make a new start when a loss occurs. Job...

Entry-Level Insurance Associate Underwriter

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 26 days ago

At Amwins, we succeed together - and have a good time doing it. We know people don't leave companies. They leave cultures - which is why we work so hard on ours. At Amwins, we thrive on...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in La Vergne, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in La Vergne, TN 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 La Vergne, TN
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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