Underwriting Jobs in Appleton, WI

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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Associate Underwriter - Builders Risk

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Provide necessary instruction to Underwriting Assistants and Technical Assistants. Maintain necessary licenses to produce business....

Commercial Lines Underwriter - WI

  • Appleton, WI
  • 11 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 11 days ago

May maintain and develop customized reports for loss control representatives to share with accounts....

Consumer Underwriter

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 16 days ago

Meets monthly with the President, CFO, VP/AVP - Consumer Lending, Collection Supervisor and Consumer Underwriting Supervisor to review charge-offs and discuss underwriting decisions....

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Business Banking Construction Post Underwriter

  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 18 days ago

critical thinking for all elements of loan documentation construction Ability to master the bank's documentation software Comprehensive knowledge of closing policies and procedures, funding policies, underwriting...

Business Banking Post Underwriter

  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 25 days ago

This is an operations position, not a credit underwriting role....

Consumer Underwriter

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Provide underwriting conditions to lenders and processors with items needed for clear to close. Prepare file recommendation for loans out of underwriters lending authority....

Consumer Loan Underwriter

  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

to meet multiple deadlines and exercise sound judgment An ideal candidate will have a combination of: Bachelors degree in the area of Business, Finance, or a related field; five+ years of lending/underwriting...

Insurance Underwriter Real Estate Investor P&C - Appleton, WI

  • Appleton, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Insurance Underwriter Habitational Real Estate Investors Property Managers Risks Underwriting Hotels Motels Apartment Buildings Boarding Houses Mobile Home Parks Student Housing General...

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CONSUMER UNDERWRITER GREEN BAY, WI, US 16 days agoFULL-TIME

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

Provide underwriting conditions to lenders and processors with items needed for clear to close. Prepare file recommendation for loans out of underwriters lending authority....

Personal Lines Underwriter

  • Appleton, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 90+ days ago

This job performs and applies insurance coverage, rules and guidelines to execute the underwriting decision-making process according to Company underwriting philosophy....

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Appleton, WI

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Appleton, WI 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 Appleton, WI
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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