Career overview

Insurance Underwriters

O*NET-SOC 13-2053.00

Median pay / yr$79,880

OutlookBelow Average

Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and determine acceptance of applications.

What it takes

The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in Insurance Underwriters.

Active ListeningGiving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical ThinkingUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
WritingCommunicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
SpeakingTalking to others to convey information effectively.

English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
MathematicsKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Sales and MarketingKnowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.