Top 52 entry level underwriter Jobs in california

Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Large Property
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. —San Francisco, CA
- $130,000 - $215,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Office
- Flexible schedule
3d
Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Core Contract Surety
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. —San Francisco, CA
- $75,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Office
Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter - Excess Casualty
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. —San Francisco, CA
- $75,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
Underwriting Specialist, Marine
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. —San Francisco, CA
- $98,500 - $161,300 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
3d
Underwriter
Mercury Insurance Services, LLC —Los Angeles, CA
- $36,381 - $77,881 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Underwriter
Across America Insurance Service —Riverside, CA
- Up to $28 an hour
- Overtime
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Government Underwriter
JMAC Lending —Costa Mesa, CA
- $93,000 - $110,000 a year
- Overtime
- Remote
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Commercial Underwriting Assistant - Remote for California Residents
Amwins Internships —Roseville, CA
- $26 - $30 an hour
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
Associate Consumer Underwriter - PacWest
Ally Financial —California
- $47,840 - $75,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
2d
Surety Underwriter
Old Republic Surety Company —Irvine, CA
- $75,000 - $115,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Associate Underwriter - Commercial Lines
Amwins —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,304 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Commercial Underwriting Assistant - Remote for California Residents
Amwins —Roseville, CA
- $26 - $30 an hour
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
Agency Underwriting Assistant
National Indemnity Company —Santa Clarita, CA
- $23 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Basic math
- Research
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Assistant Underwriter
Berkley —San Diego, CA
- $26 - $31 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Commercial Lines Underwriter Assistant
HUB International —Burbank, CA
- $25 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Underwriter Development Program - Commercial Lines
Amwins Internships —Roseville, CA
- $75,000 - $77,500 a year
- Management
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Benefits from day one
- Opportunities for advancement
Underwriter Development Program - Commercial Lines
Amwins —Roseville, CA
- $75,000 - $77,500 a year
- Management
- Mid-level
- Office
- Benefits from day one
- Opportunities for advancement
Associate Underwriter - Commercial Lines
Amwins Internships —Woodland Hills, CA
- $70,304 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Underwriter - Surety
CapSpecialty —Concord, CA
- $82,240 - $118,220 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Research
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Loan Underwriter
Montana Capital —Los Angeles, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Analysis skills
- 1 year
- Paid training
- Health insurance

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Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Large Property

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. -
San Francisco, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$130,000 - $215,000 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Customer communication
Insurance regulation
Productivity software

Full Job Description

Zurich is seeking a Property Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter, Large Property for our National Accounts Large Property Underwriting team in our San Francisco or Los Angeles. While this position will be based out of a Zurich office, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office/market three days per week.

This role will be filled at either the Property Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

As a Property Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter, Large Property you will have a chance to use your marketing and analytical skills. Specifically, you will analyze and underwrite new and renewal business, under general direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on assignments of higher technical complexity ensuring a high level service to customers. This is a market facing position thus we are seeking someone with a strong sales execution mindset and knowledge of commercial property policies.

Some of the key accountabilities of this role include:

Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business related needs, as appropriate.
Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions.
Support the organization's sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.

Basic Qualifications – Underwriting Specialist, Large Property:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or
Underwriting Support area
AND
Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines
Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience with Microsoft Office

Basic Qualifications - Executive Underwriter, Large Property:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in commercial underwriting or brokerage or market facing area
OR
High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the claims or underwriting support area
OR
Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
OR
Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications (Both levels):

Bachelors Degree
Technical knowledge of commercial Property Underwriting
Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in Western Region
Sales execution mindset
Creative problem solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $75,000.00 - $125,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - San Francisco, AM - Los Angeles
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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