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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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This is a hybrid position. Candidates within 50 miles of select offices are expected in-office Twice a Week.
Responsibilities
- Provides surety underwriting support and technical administrative assistance to underwriters, management, and other staff.
- Performs tasks associated with bond issuance and/or agency change processing activities in Surety/corporate systems, and file maintenance.
- Provides exceptional customer service and support to internal/external customers.
- Position may include responsibility to train other departmental staff; and research and resolve processing and bond reconciliation problems.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
3+ years surety bond underwriting assistant experienced or related experience desired.
Understanding of surety rating and processing functions preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrates ability to work well on a team and independently.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Proven ability to organize personal work flow as well as the work flow of others.
Competent and proficient with computer software applications utilized by Surety.
Exhibits high degree of independence and proficiency in bond processing/assigned task.
About us
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
At Liberty Mutual, our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and can thrive. We build an environment that welcomes a wide range of perspectives and experiences, with inclusion embedded in every aspect of our culture and reflected in everyday interactions. This comes to life through comprehensive benefits, workplace flexibility, professional development opportunities, and a host of opportunities provided through our Employee Resource Groups. Each employee plays a role in creating our inclusive culture, which supports every individual to do their best work. Together, we cultivate a community where everyone can make a meaningful impact for our business, our customers, and the communities we serve.
We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://www.libertymutualgroup.com/about-lm/careers/benefits.
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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- California
- Los Angeles Incorporated
- Los Angeles Unincorporated
- Philadelphia
- San Francisco
Description
This is a hybrid position. Candidates within 50 miles of select offices are expected in-office Twice a Week.
Responsibilities
- Provides surety underwriting support and technical administrative assistance to underwriters, management, and other staff.
- Performs tasks associated with bond issuance and/or agency change processing activities in Surety/corporate systems, and file maintenance.
- Provides exceptional customer service and support to internal/external customers.
- Position may include responsibility to train other departmental staff; and research and resolve processing and bond reconciliation problems.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
3+ years surety bond underwriting assistant experienced or related experience desired.
Understanding of surety rating and processing functions preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrates ability to work well on a team and independently.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Proven ability to organize personal work flow as well as the work flow of others.
Competent and proficient with computer software applications utilized by Surety.
Exhibits high degree of independence and proficiency in bond processing/assigned task.
About us
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
At Liberty Mutual, our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and can thrive. We build an environment that welcomes a wide range of perspectives and experiences, with inclusion embedded in every aspect of our culture and reflected in everyday interactions. This comes to life through comprehensive benefits, workplace flexibility, professional development opportunities, and a host of opportunities provided through our Employee Resource Groups. Each employee plays a role in creating our inclusive culture, which supports every individual to do their best work. Together, we cultivate a community where everyone can make a meaningful impact for our business, our customers, and the communities we serve.
We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://www.libertymutualgroup.com/about-lm/careers/benefits.
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Fair Chance Notices
- California
- Los Angeles Incorporated
- Los Angeles Unincorporated
- Philadelphia
- San Francisco
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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.