Underwriter

As an Underwriter at Nationwide Mutual Insurance, you will have the opportunity to work within a team of experienced professionals to provide high-quality customer service and deliver accurate and timely results. We are looking for a passionate individual who has a strong attention to detail and the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.To be successful in this role, you'll need a minimum of 2 years of experience in underwriting, a Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field, and excellent knowledge of the insurance industry. You should also have strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work accurately and efficiently, and excellent customer service skills. If you have enthusiasm for this role and a willingness to learn, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

1. Analyze customer applications and rate requests to determine the acceptability of risks.
2. Evaluate risk using historical data, insurance rule and underwriting guidelines.
3. Develop and maintain relationships with agents and brokers.
4. Monitor and manage underwriting activities and performance to ensure that objectives are met.
5. Ensure that customer files contain all necessary documentation and are properly maintained.
6. Provide accurate and timely customer service.
7. Identify potential areas of improvement and develop solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
8. Research and stay up to date on changes in the insurance industry.
9. Collaborate with other departments to ensure that objectives are met.
10. Maintain knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Underwriter in Portland, OR, USA is $51,000 to $77,000 per year. This salary range is based on data from job postings on the website from the last 12 months.

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and affiliated companies, commonly shortened to Nationwide, is a group of large U.S. insurance and financial services companies based in Columbus, Ohio. The company also operates regional headquarters in Scottsdale, Arizona; Des Moines, Iowa and San Antonio, Texas.