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Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.
We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs.
Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.
Job Summary
Allied World’s Inland Marine division provides flexible and comprehensive insurance solutions for the logistics, construction, and energy industries. Our experienced underwriters tailor coverage to the unique needs of customers and address any midterm changes to business operations such as organic growth, acquisitions and new contracts.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform account analysis according to Allied World Inland Marine guidelines
- Develop account pricing/ structure/ make recommendations
- Perform and document referrals
- Prepare quotes, binders, underwriting worksheets within company guidelines
- Maintain files in an orderly manner consistent with company guidelines
- Attend client meetings, lunches, dinners, and other outings as applicable
- Market to brokers within assigned region and engage in production meetings
- Work with legal department for manuscript wording analysis and preparation as needed
- Interact with senior management on referral items
Job Requirements
- Excellent communication skills both internally and externally
- Ability to work independently in a fast paced, high pressure environment
- Minimum 2 years of inland marine and/or auto underwriting experience (broking experience will be considered); 5+ years for Senior Underwriter/AVP position
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proficient in Microsoft applications including Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
- Willingness to travel for client meetings and broker visits throughout the assigned region
The salary range for this role is between:
Our generous benefits package includes: Health, Dental and Disability Insurance, a company match 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance. Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Working at Allied World
- Instant membership in the Allied World — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
- A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
- Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources
Global Presence
Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.
Take the next step in your career with us.
Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.
We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs.
Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.
Job Summary
Allied World’s Inland Marine division provides flexible and comprehensive insurance solutions for the logistics, construction, and energy industries. Our experienced underwriters tailor coverage to the unique needs of customers and address any midterm changes to business operations such as organic growth, acquisitions and new contracts.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform account analysis according to Allied World Inland Marine guidelines
- Develop account pricing/ structure/ make recommendations
- Perform and document referrals
- Prepare quotes, binders, underwriting worksheets within company guidelines
- Maintain files in an orderly manner consistent with company guidelines
- Attend client meetings, lunches, dinners, and other outings as applicable
- Market to brokers within assigned region and engage in production meetings
- Work with legal department for manuscript wording analysis and preparation as needed
- Interact with senior management on referral items
Job Requirements
- Excellent communication skills both internally and externally
- Ability to work independently in a fast paced, high pressure environment
- Minimum 2 years of inland marine and/or auto underwriting experience (broking experience will be considered); 5+ years for Senior Underwriter/AVP position
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proficient in Microsoft applications including Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
- Willingness to travel for client meetings and broker visits throughout the assigned region
The salary range for this role is between:
Our generous benefits package includes: Health, Dental and Disability Insurance, a company match 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance. Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Working at Allied World
- Instant membership in the Allied World — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
- A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
- Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources
Global Presence
Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.
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Who's Hiring
- Risksmith Insurance Services14
- Chubb Insurance4
- Burns & Wilcox3
- Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company2
- Chubb1
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in insurance underwriter jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, risk management, or a related field
- Experience evaluating and pricing risk within a specific line of business
- Proficiency in underwriting platforms such as Guidewire or Duck Creek
- Strong analytical skills applied to financial statements, loss runs, and exposure data
- CPCU, AU, or equivalent professional designation or enrollment
- Clear written communication skills for coverage decisions and declination letters
Tips for Your Insurance Underwriter Job Search
Tailor your resume to lines of business
Hiring managers in underwriting distinguish sharply between commercial lines, personal lines, and specialty risk. Label your experience by specific line, name the coverage types you've underwritten, and call out loss ratio outcomes where you can. Generic resumes get filtered out fast.
List your carrier systems by name
Underwriting teams hire for platform fit. If you've worked in Guidewire, Duck Creek, Applied Epic, or any proprietary rating platform, name each one explicitly on your resume. Don't bury them under a generic 'insurance software' label.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists insurance underwriter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get your CPCU or AU designation moving
Many mid-level postings list a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter or Associate in Underwriting designation as a differentiator. Even being enrolled signals commitment. If you're between roles, start a module now and note your progress on your resume.
Prepare a decision-scenario answer for interviews
Underwriting interviews almost always include a risk-decision walkthrough: how you evaluated an application, what factors you weighted, and how you landed on your terms. Prepare two or three concrete examples from your actual book, with the reasoning, not just the outcome.
Negotiate authority limits in your offer conversation
Underwriting compensation isn't just salary. The binding authority ceiling tied to your title affects your day-to-day autonomy and your promotion timeline. Ask explicitly what the authority limit is at your level and when it's reviewed, before you accept.
Insurance Underwriter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most insurance underwriters?
The most active employers for insurance underwriters right now are Risksmith Insurance Services, Chubb Insurance, and Burns & Wilcox, and the most openings are in Florida, Colorado, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional carriers and managing general agents also post frequently, so it's worth checking beyond the household names.
How many insurance underwriter jobs are remote?
About 41% of insurance underwriter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in personal lines and small commercial roles where systems-based decisioning reduces the need for in-person collaboration. Large-account commercial underwriters and specialty lines roles are more likely to require on-site or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become an insurance underwriter?
Start with a bachelor's degree in business, finance, risk management, or economics. Entry-level positions at carriers or managing general agents typically train new underwriters on a specific line before expanding their authority. Earning an AU or CPCU designation while working accelerates promotion. Build depth in one line first, then broaden across coverage types as your binding authority grows.
How do you get hired as an insurance underwriter with little experience?
Carriers regularly hire underwriting trainees and junior analysts who come from adjacent roles in claims, actuarial support, or insurance operations. Internships at a carrier or agency during school are the most direct path. Highlight any exposure to loss runs, policy documents, or coverage analysis in your application, and prioritize roles with structured training programs over those requiring immediate authority.
What does the insurance underwriter interview process look like?
Most underwriting interviews run two to three rounds. An initial screen with a recruiter or HR contact is followed by a technical conversation with a hiring manager or team lead, covering how you evaluate risk, price coverage, and handle exceptions. Final rounds often include a scenario exercise where you walk through a hypothetical submission and explain your decision. Some carriers add a panel interview for senior roles.
Where can I find and apply to insurance underwriter jobs?
You can find and apply to insurance underwriter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from carriers, managing general agents, reinsurers, and commercial banks across the United States. Find roles that match your line of business and seniority level, and apply directly to each listing.
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