Remote Underwriter Jobs
Remote Underwriter jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first insurers, distributed financial services firms, and tech-enabled lending platforms hiring underwriters for fully remote roles in insurance, mortgage, and commercial credit. Employers hiring remotely right now include Jobot, AmeriHome Mortgage Company, and HDI Global Insurance Company. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings. For more information about C&F, please visit our website: www.cfins.com
Summary:
What you will do for C&F:
- Perform a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines.
- Underwrite, analyze, authorize risk acceptability, determine profitable rate/price, and prepare quotations/binders on all aspects of new and renewal business.
- Provide customer service to existing accounts.
- Market, sell and promote company products and programs to assigned producers.
- Review and evaluate profit, volume, and service results for assigned producers.
- Assist in developing annual business plan, analyze and evaluate results for assigned producers.
- Attain premium, loss ratio, broker development and service goals as assigned.
- Keep abreast of industry market trends, competition philosophy, products and distributions systems.
- Mentors and guides less experienced underwriters and assists in the development of underwriting training.
- Responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations
What YOU will bring to C&F:
- College degree or equivalent.
- Strong construction broker relationships and feedback
- Proven track record with growth in overall book of business.
- At least three years of experience in underwriting Commercial construction casualty E&S business, with a strong knowledge and expertise in Construction.
- Excellent problem solving/decision making skills with the ability to influence others.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize as appropriate.
- Solid customer service and relationship building skills.
- A proven team player with a drive to succeed.
- Ability to develop new business relationships.
- Abide by departmental guidelines, policies and procedures, including authority levels, to comply with C&F's risk management controls.
- Demonstrated desire and commitment to continually learn, accept new challenges, and strive for personal improvement/growth utilizing internal and external continuing education avenues.
- Ability to learn and use proprietary software and various computer systems and stay current with changes.
- Travel as necessary to producer marketing visits and corporate meetings/seminars.
- Will abide by departmental policies and procedures, including authority levels, to comply with C&F's risk management controls.
We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
For California Residents Only: Information collected and processed as part of your career profile and any job applications you choose to submit are subject to our privacy notices and policies, visit https://www.cfins.com/onlineprivacypolicy/ca/noticeatcollection/ for more information.
Crum & Forster is committed to ensuring a workplace free from discriminatory pay disparities and complying with applicable pay equity laws. Salary ranges are available for all positions at this location, taking into account roles with a comparable level of responsibility and impact in the relevant labor market and these salary ranges are regularly reviewed and adjusted in accordance with prevailing market conditions. The annualized base pay for the advertised position, located in the specified area, ranges from a minimum of $74,900 to a maximum of $140,700. The actual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the market pay for the jobs at each level, the responsibilities and skills required for each job, and the employee’s contribution (performance) in that role. To be considered within market range, a salary is at or above the minimum of the range. You may also have the opportunity to participate in discretionary equity (stock) based compensation and/or performance-based variable pay programs.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Company car provided
- Generous 401K employer match.
- Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our Wellness programs focus on your family’s complete wellness, including your physical and mental wellbeing
- A core C&F principle is that you manage your career. To support your development, we have a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry related certifications and professional training available to you.
- A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment.
- A spirit of social responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee driven corporate giving.
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C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings. For more information about C&F, please visit our website: www.cfins.com
Summary:
What you will do for C&F:
- Perform a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines.
- Underwrite, analyze, authorize risk acceptability, determine profitable rate/price, and prepare quotations/binders on all aspects of new and renewal business.
- Provide customer service to existing accounts.
- Market, sell and promote company products and programs to assigned producers.
- Review and evaluate profit, volume, and service results for assigned producers.
- Assist in developing annual business plan, analyze and evaluate results for assigned producers.
- Attain premium, loss ratio, broker development and service goals as assigned.
- Keep abreast of industry market trends, competition philosophy, products and distributions systems.
- Mentors and guides less experienced underwriters and assists in the development of underwriting training.
- Responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations
What YOU will bring to C&F:
- College degree or equivalent.
- Strong construction broker relationships and feedback
- Proven track record with growth in overall book of business.
- At least three years of experience in underwriting Commercial construction casualty E&S business, with a strong knowledge and expertise in Construction.
- Excellent problem solving/decision making skills with the ability to influence others.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize as appropriate.
- Solid customer service and relationship building skills.
- A proven team player with a drive to succeed.
- Ability to develop new business relationships.
- Abide by departmental guidelines, policies and procedures, including authority levels, to comply with C&F's risk management controls.
- Demonstrated desire and commitment to continually learn, accept new challenges, and strive for personal improvement/growth utilizing internal and external continuing education avenues.
- Ability to learn and use proprietary software and various computer systems and stay current with changes.
- Travel as necessary to producer marketing visits and corporate meetings/seminars.
- Will abide by departmental policies and procedures, including authority levels, to comply with C&F's risk management controls.
We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
For California Residents Only: Information collected and processed as part of your career profile and any job applications you choose to submit are subject to our privacy notices and policies, visit https://www.cfins.com/onlineprivacypolicy/ca/noticeatcollection/ for more information.
Crum & Forster is committed to ensuring a workplace free from discriminatory pay disparities and complying with applicable pay equity laws. Salary ranges are available for all positions at this location, taking into account roles with a comparable level of responsibility and impact in the relevant labor market and these salary ranges are regularly reviewed and adjusted in accordance with prevailing market conditions. The annualized base pay for the advertised position, located in the specified area, ranges from a minimum of $74,900 to a maximum of $140,700. The actual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the market pay for the jobs at each level, the responsibilities and skills required for each job, and the employee’s contribution (performance) in that role. To be considered within market range, a salary is at or above the minimum of the range. You may also have the opportunity to participate in discretionary equity (stock) based compensation and/or performance-based variable pay programs.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Company car provided
- Generous 401K employer match.
- Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our Wellness programs focus on your family’s complete wellness, including your physical and mental wellbeing
- A core C&F principle is that you manage your career. To support your development, we have a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry related certifications and professional training available to you.
- A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment.
- A spirit of social responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee driven corporate giving.
#LI-JA1
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Who's Hiring
- Jobot27
- AmeriHome Mortgage Company11
- HDI Global Insurance Company9
- Ryan Specialty5
- LBC Mortgage4
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting27
- Insurance22
- Banking & Financial Services19
- Construction & Real Estate4
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote underwriter jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field
- Experience evaluating risk for insurance, mortgage, or commercial lending applications
- Proficiency with underwriting software platforms and policy management systems
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills for assessing creditworthiness or insurable risk
- CPCU, AU, or other industry designation preferred or required for mid-level and senior roles
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards and state-specific underwriting guidelines
Tips for Your Remote Underwriter Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote underwriter openings from across the U.S. in one place so you can find roles that match your line of business and apply directly. Remote postings fill faster than on-site roles, so applying in the first few days gives you a real edge.
Show your async communication skills upfront
Remote underwriting teams rely on written documentation to move files forward without meetings. Rewrite your cover letter and resume summaries to highlight how you communicate risk decisions clearly in writing, because remote hiring managers screen for this before anything else.
Build a digital record of your underwriting decisions
Remote employers can't observe your daily work, so they look for evidence. Pull together anonymized write-ups, decline rationale memos, or risk summaries from past roles to show how you think through a file independently and document your reasoning.
Get comfortable with distributed underwriting tools
Remote underwriting roles run on platforms like Guidewire, Duck Creek, Salesforce Financial Services Cloud, and shared document workflows. List the specific platforms you've used and, if there are gaps, work through free trials or vendor demos before your interview so you can speak to them directly.
Remote Underwriter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote underwriter job?
Target remote-first insurers, digital lenders, and fintech platforms, which are the companies most consistently hiring underwriters for fully distributed roles. Remote employers screen for self-direction, precise written communication, and the ability to document risk decisions clearly without back-and-forth clarification. Strong candidates show proficiency in underwriting software, a clean record of independent decision-making, and examples of working across distributed teams.
Which companies hire remote underwriters?
Remote underwriter roles are posted by Jobot, AmeriHome Mortgage Company, and HDI Global Insurance Company and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These include remote-first insurance carriers, digital mortgage lenders, and distributed commercial credit teams across the U.S.
Can you get a remote underwriter job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level underwriter roles are harder to land because you're expected to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Digital insurtech startups and online lenders are the most likely to hire entry-level remote underwriters. You can strengthen your case with completed underwriting coursework, CPCU or AU designation progress, and demonstrated comfort with async workflows and risk-analysis software.
Do you need a degree for remote underwriter jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh relevant certifications, such as CPCU or AU, alongside demonstrated underwriting judgment and software proficiency. For commercial and specialty lines roles, employers care more about your ability to analyze risk independently and document decisions clearly than about a specific degree field. A strong portfolio of past underwriting work can substitute for formal education in many remote hiring processes.
Which industries hire the most remote underwriters?
The sectors hiring the most remote underwriters are Staffing & Recruiting, Insurance, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These industries have shifted to distributed teams and rely on underwriters who can assess risk, communicate decisions in writing, and collaborate asynchronously across locations.
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