Underwriting Counsel Jobs

Explore Underwriting Counsel opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Underwriting Counsel attorneys advise insurers and other organizations on legal and regulatory issues that affect underwriting decisions, policy language, risk exposure, and business practices.

What Does an Underwriting Counsel Do?

Underwriting Counsel partners with underwriting teams, claims professionals, compliance departments, and business leaders. Responsibilities may include interpreting insurance policies and regulations, reviewing coverage questions, advising on complex risks, developing guidelines, supporting product initiatives, and helping ensure underwriting practices align with applicable laws.

Common Underwriting Counsel Specialties

Roles vary by employer and line of business. Opportunities may focus on property and casualty, life and health, title insurance, reinsurance, specialty coverage, or financial services. Some positions emphasize policy drafting and product development, while others center on regulatory guidance, coverage analysis, or support for underwriting teams.

Qualifications and Career Experience

Employers commonly seek a law degree, admission to a state bar, and experience with insurance, regulatory matters, or commercial legal work. Strong candidates bring clear communication, sound judgment, practical risk analysis, and the ability to translate complex legal requirements into useful business guidance. Requirements vary by position and jurisdiction.

Find Underwriting Counsel Jobs on Ladders

Browse Underwriting Counsel job listings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by specialization, seniority, employer, and location to find a position that fits your legal experience and career goals.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to dynamic underwriting teams by providing expert legal guidance on policy language, coverage, and emerging regulatory frameworks, ensuring effective communication between legal and underwr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $275K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliant and efficient underwriting for complex national commercial real estate transactions, guiding multiple parties through pre-closing, closing, and post-closing activ...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock legal expertise to guide reinsurance contracting and compliance, partnering with cross-functional leaders to manage risk, negotiate key agreements, and support strategic initiatives across a dy...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $118K *

Elevate the underwriting process by providing expert guidance and support in real estate title insurance, ensuring compliance with standards while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $275K *

Lead the charge in navigating complex national commercial real estate transactions, ensuring compliance and timely execution of underwriting processes through collaboration and expert guidance in a mu...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $130K *

Transform your career by underwriting high net worth personal lines, focusing on new business and agent relationships. Collaborate across teams to drive profitable growth while leveraging advanced tec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Empower underwriting excellence by managing new and renewal accounts, leading a team, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance profitability and customer satisfaction in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing strategic legal guidance and support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex legal issues and ensure compliance while driving business ob...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform legal strategies by providing expert counsel on complex issues, ensuring compliance and risk management while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business objectives and suppo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you provide expert legal guidance, manage compliance, and support strategic initiatives across diverse business units, ensuring alignment with regulations and fostering a cult...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert legal guidance and support. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate complex legal issues, ensuring compliance, and dri...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower legal strategies by providing expert counsel on compliance, contracts, and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex legal landscapes and drive business obje...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Partner with us to provide expert legal counsel on P&C insurance contracts and claims. Navigate complex legal issues, mitigate organizational risks, and influence strategic objectives through effectiv...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration while providing expert legal counsel on P&C insurance matters. Navigate complex regulations, support leadership objectives, and proactively mitigate risk to ens...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Oversee legal counsel for P&C insurance matters, supporting leadership with strategic insights while navigating complex regulations and collaborating across teams to mitigate risk and enhance operatio...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Lead the charge in providing expert legal counsel on P&C insurance contracts and claims. Collaborate with senior leadership to navigate complex legal challenges and mitigate risks while delivering imp...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Join our team as an Associate General Counsel, providing expert legal counsel on complex P&C insurance matters. Collaborate with leadership and manage high-impact legal strategies to drive organizatio...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing critical legal support on complex P&C insurance matters. Collaborate with senior leaders to navigate legal challenges and shape compliance strategies while me...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to informed decision-making while managing title claims from inception to resolution. This role involves solving complex problems, guiding team members, and ensuring clari...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $210K *

Transform your career by driving profitable business with enterprise clients. Leverage your underwriting expertise to manage complex accounts, mentor peers, and shape portfolio strategies while foster...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Optimize underwriting processes to drive premium growth and maintain strong agency relationships. Manage new and renewal accounts while ensuring compliance with underwriting standards and achieving pr...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $185K *

Drive compliance by providing expert legal counsel on insurance regulations. Collaborate across departments to ensure adherence to state and federal laws while managing regulatory filings and fosterin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K *

Support regulatory compliance by providing legal guidance on insurance operations, analyzing regulatory requirements, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure adherence to federal and state law...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage legal research and compliance support, ensuring adherence to regulations while collaborating with internal teams. Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards of accuracy in a dynam...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $175K *

Manage complex surety claims while providing legal support to underwriting and business leadership. Leverage strong claims experience and legal judgment to drive optimal outcomes in a fast-paced remot...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Underwriting Counsel do?question toggle

    Underwriting Counsel provides legal guidance to underwriting teams and business leaders, including advice on policy interpretation, coverage, regulatory requirements, risk, and underwriting practices.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Underwriting Counsel jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a law degree, an active bar license, and relevant experience in insurance, regulatory law, or commercial legal practice. Specific requirements depend on the employer and specialty.

  • Which industries hire Underwriting Counsel?question toggle

    Insurers and related organizations hire Underwriting Counsel across property and casualty, life and health, title insurance, reinsurance, specialty insurance, and financial services.

  • What types of work can Underwriting Counsel specialize in?question toggle

    Specialties may include policy drafting, coverage analysis, product development, regulatory compliance, reinsurance, and legal support for particular lines of insurance.

  • Where can I find Underwriting Counsel jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job listings paying $100,000 or more, including legal opportunities such as Underwriting Counsel roles.