H-1B Visa Underwriting Manager Jobs

Underwriting Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in finance, actuarial science, or a related field. Large carriers, reinsurers, and managing general agents file LCAs under SOC code 13-2053. No lottery exemptions apply, but cap-exempt employers exist in this sector.

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Open Jobs282+
Work Type61% On-site
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsCVS Health

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HDI Global Insurance Company
Underwriting Services Associate
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HDI Global Insurance Company
New 50m ago
Underwriting Services Associate
HDI Global Insurance Company
Chicago, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
$60k - $65k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Regions Bank
Business Capital Underwriting Analyst
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Regions Bank
New 1h ago
Business Capital Underwriting Analyst
Regions Bank
Atlanta, Georgia
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Tax
$63k - $82k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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University of Utah
Health Plans Underwriting Analyst I
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University of Utah
New 2h ago
Health Plans Underwriting Analyst I
University of Utah
Murray, Utah
Healthcare Administration
Hybrid
Associate's
10,000+

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U.S. Bank
Commercial Real Estate Underwriting Manager
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U.S. Bank
New 4h ago
Commercial Real Estate Underwriting Manager
U.S. Bank
Brea, California
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Project Management
Property Management
$139k - $164k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Travelers
Underwriting Professional Development Program
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Travelers
New 8h ago
Underwriting Professional Development Program
Travelers
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
$61k - $100k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Underwriting Manager

Verify your SOC code before applying

Underwriting Manager roles typically file under SOC 13-2053. Confirm this on O*NET before accepting an offer. A mismatched SOC code can trigger an RFE if your degree field doesn't align with the occupation's standard requirements.

Check prevailing wage tiers early

Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level III and Level IV wages for SOC 13-2053 in your target metro. Employers filing at a lower wage level than your offer may face DOL scrutiny during LCA certification.

Target carriers with cap-exempt affiliations

Some insurers operate nonprofit research arms or partner with academic medical centers that qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. A position there lets you skip the lottery entirely. Confirm cap-exempt status with the employer's HR team before pursuing the role.

Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate

Filter by underwriting or financial management roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B LCA filing history. This narrows your search to companies already familiar with the specialty occupation documentation underwriting roles require.

Align your degree field to the role description

USCIS scrutinizes Underwriting Manager petitions where the degree field is tangential, such as general business or liberal arts. Request that your employer's petition letter explicitly connects your actuarial science, finance, or risk management degree to the job's core functions.

Time your filing around the 60-day grace period

If you're transitioning from another employer, your 60-day grace period starts when your previous job ends. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before that window closes, so confirm their internal HR timeline upfront to avoid a status gap.

H-1B Visa Underwriting Manager: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Underwriting Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, Underwriting Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as finance, actuarial science, risk management, or a closely related discipline. USCIS evaluates whether the degree is a standard industry requirement for the role, not just a preference, so the employer's job description and petition letter need to be precise about that requirement.

Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Underwriting Manager positions?

Large commercial carriers, reinsurers, managing general agents, and specialty lines insurers are the most active H-1B sponsors for underwriting leadership roles. Migrate Mate lets you search by role and filter for employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can target companies that have already navigated the H-1B process for underwriting positions specifically.

What happens to my H-1B status if my employer is acquired or merges with another insurer?

A merger or acquisition doesn't automatically invalidate your H-1B, but the successor employer must assume the obligations of the original LCA or file a new one if your role, location, or wage level changes materially. USCIS treats a corporate restructuring as a portability situation if the new employer is a successor in interest, meaning no new petition is required in most straightforward acquisitions.

Can I transfer my H-1B to a new underwriting employer before my current petition expires?

Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for the new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, provided you've been in valid H-1B status and the new role qualifies as a specialty occupation. The new employer's LCA must match the actual work location and wage, which is especially relevant for underwriting roles that may involve managing remote or distributed teams.

Does an Underwriting Manager role at a nonprofit insurer or captive qualify for cap-exempt H-1B filing?

It depends on the organization's structure. Standard commercial insurers and captives are cap-subject employers. A nonprofit insurer affiliated with an academic institution or organized as a 501(c)(3) research entity may qualify as cap-exempt, allowing USCIS to accept the petition outside the annual lottery window. Confirm the employer's tax status and affiliation before relying on a cap-exempt filing strategy.