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Underwriting Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in finance, actuarial science, business, or a related field. Insurance carriers, reinsurers, and specialty lines firms regularly file LCAs for underwriting positions, making this one of the more active H-1B job categories in financial services.
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HDI Global Insurance Company is a commercial property and casualty insurer headquartered in Chicago, IL. As a wholly owned subsidiary of HDI Global SE, we manage the industrial lines division of the Talanx Group. Our comprehensive portfolio of products and services, combined with an international network of insurers in over 150 countries, enables us to deliver customized domestic and global insurance solutions for U.S.-based multinational companies. Our excess and surplus lines subsidiary, HDI Specialty Insurance Company, provides additional capacity for specialized and complex risks.
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Underwriting Services Associate to join our Underwriting Services Team. This entry-level role plays a critical part in supporting the underwriting process across various lines of business. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, thrives in a team environment, and demonstrates a strong commitment to data accuracy and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately enter underwriting data into internal systems for both new and renewal business.
- Assist with premium allocation and invoicing tasks.
- Issue policy documentation including policies, endorsements, and cancellations in accordance with service standards.
- Perform final policy checks and ensure premium data is accurately recorded.
- Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned by the Underwriting Services Team Leader.
- Support onboarding and training of new team members, as needed.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university.
- Previous internship or experience in insurance, underwriting, or data entry preferred but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $65,000, complemented by eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
HDI Global Insurance Company also offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
- Medical
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Telemedicine
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/DCFSA)
- Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Transit & Parking benefits.
Compliance Notices
Attention California Applicants: Click here to view HDI's California Personnel Privacy Notice
Equal Opportunity Employer
HDI Global Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
HDI Global Insurance Company participates in E-Verify.
Underwriting Services Associate
HDI Global Insurance Company is a commercial property and casualty insurer headquartered in Chicago, IL. As a wholly owned subsidiary of HDI Global SE, we manage the industrial lines division of the Talanx Group. Our comprehensive portfolio of products and services, combined with an international network of insurers in over 150 countries, enables us to deliver customized domestic and global insurance solutions for U.S.-based multinational companies. Our excess and surplus lines subsidiary, HDI Specialty Insurance Company, provides additional capacity for specialized and complex risks.
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Underwriting Services Associate to join our Underwriting Services Team. This entry-level role plays a critical part in supporting the underwriting process across various lines of business. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, thrives in a team environment, and demonstrates a strong commitment to data accuracy and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately enter underwriting data into internal systems for both new and renewal business.
- Assist with premium allocation and invoicing tasks.
- Issue policy documentation including policies, endorsements, and cancellations in accordance with service standards.
- Perform final policy checks and ensure premium data is accurately recorded.
- Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned by the Underwriting Services Team Leader.
- Support onboarding and training of new team members, as needed.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university.
- Previous internship or experience in insurance, underwriting, or data entry preferred but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $65,000, complemented by eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
HDI Global Insurance Company also offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
- Medical
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Telemedicine
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/DCFSA)
- Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Transit & Parking benefits.
Compliance Notices
Attention California Applicants: Click here to view HDI's California Personnel Privacy Notice
Equal Opportunity Employer
HDI Global Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
HDI Global Insurance Company participates in E-Verify.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Underwriting Specialist
Verify your degree field matches underwriting
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the underwriting role. A finance, actuarial science, risk management, or economics degree strengthens your specialty occupation case far more than a general business degree alone.
Search LCA filings by underwriting SOC code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Applications under SOC code 13-2053 for insurance underwriters. Employers with recent certified LCAs in that code have active H-1B sponsorship infrastructure already in place.
Target mid-size specialty insurers over generalists
Regional carriers and specialty lines firms in excess-and-surplus markets frequently sponsor H-1B underwriters because niche expertise is harder to source domestically. These employers often move faster than large national carriers with centralized HR approval layers.
Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Migrate Mate by Underwriting Specialist roles to see employers with confirmed H-1B filing history in your specialty. That filing history tells you which companies have already committed to the sponsorship process for this exact occupation.
Get your prevailing wage level confirmed before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area and experience level. Pull the current figure from the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 13-2053 before any offer conversation so you know the floor.
Ask employers about H-1B filing timelines at offer stage
USCIS cap-subject H-1B petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start. Confirm whether your prospective employer has filed before and understands the lottery registration window, or whether they'll need outside counsel to manage the process.
H-1B Visa Underwriting Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Underwriting Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, underwriting roles typically qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as finance, actuarial science, risk management, or a closely related discipline. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title, so your offer letter should explicitly state the degree requirement and explain how it applies to the duties performed.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for underwriting roles?
Insurance carriers, reinsurance firms, specialty and surplus lines insurers, and large financial institutions are the most active H-1B sponsors for underwriting positions. Employers with dedicated immigration counsel and established LCA filing history under SOC code 13-2053 are your strongest targets. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect underwriting job offers?
Before USCIS can approve your H-1B petition, your employer must file an LCA certifying they'll pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role, experience level, and work location. Underwriting wages vary significantly by geography and line of business, so the certified wage for a commercial lines underwriter in New York will differ from the same title in Dallas. Check current figures using the OFLC Wage Search.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new underwriting employer mid-year?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer files a new I-129 with USCIS, and the role must still qualify as a specialty occupation. Gaps between jobs can complicate this, so timing matters.
Does underwriting experience in my home country count toward H-1B specialty occupation qualification?
Foreign work experience can support your petition if your degree doesn't directly match the role, but USCIS applies a three-for-one rule: three years of specialized experience can substitute for one year of a bachelor's degree. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization should accompany any experience-based argument. The O*NET profile for insurance underwriters also documents the typical education and experience requirements USCIS references.