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.

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$204K - $240K *

Shape the future of trust services by leading strategic initiatives, managing partnerships, and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client experiences and delive...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead production underwriting, marketing, and broker relations. Drive business growth through strategic analysis and relationship building while mentoring junior staff and partic...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$133K - $156K *

Innovate solutions as an associate actuary, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance workers' compensation coverage and drive strategic insights that impact stakeholders across Oregon and beyond...

Oregon, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $190K *

Transform the Disability Underwriting landscape by leading a team of experts, enhancing workflows, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement while ensuring exceptional service delivery and com...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering tailored insurance solutions for clients. You will manage relationships, handle renewals, and lead strategic initiatives, ensuring client satisfaction in a p...

Plainview, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$188K - $314K *

Shape the future of our technology ecosystem by leading engineering teams, driving innovation, and aligning technology strategy with business goals to enhance customer experiences and operational effi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Unlock potential by sourcing and closing bridge loan relationships, leveraging your expertise in residential real estate financing. Thrive in a competitive environment while building strong connection...

Memphis, TNRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Engage with borrowers to source and close bridge loans, leveraging your expertise in residential real estate financing. Build strong relationships and thrive in a competitive sales environment while d...

Alpharetta, GARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $218K *

Lead the analysis and design of complex business rules, ensuring effective governance and integration across systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process controls and drive auto...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Empower our team by delivering exceptional service in property claims, ensuring accuracy and compliance while fostering strong relationships with members and agents. Drive operational efficiency and s...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $200K *

Elevate your career by driving sales strategy and execution for a dynamic SaaS portfolio. Lead a high-performing team to achieve revenue growth, optimize pipeline management, and enhance customer acqu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $100K *

Shape the future of business analysis by bridging stakeholder needs with IT solutions. Collaborate on medium to complex projects, ensuring requirements are met and processes are streamlined for optima...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Champion strategic growth by partnering with independent insurance agencies. Drive sales, analyze market trends, and cultivate relationships to enhance performance and achieve corporate objectives in...

Cedar Rapids, IARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion legal compliance in privacy and product development, advising on regulations. Collaborate with teams to ensure privacy-by-design principles, conduct assessments, and guide on product standard...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $206K *

Lead the charge in sophisticated insurance defense litigation, managing a diverse caseload as a Senior Trial Attorney. Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote role while delivering exceptional legal s...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $187K *

Champion privacy initiatives by serving as a key consultant and partner across teams, ensuring compliance and ethical use of personal information in a complex regulatory environment. Drive privacy mat...

Des Moines, IARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower our team by supporting and enhancing enterprise applications. Ensure optimal application performance, facilitate user engagement, and foster cross-functional collaboration for continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive customer success by leading a dynamic team in delivering high-quality SaaS implementations. Collaborate across functions to enhance performance, navigate challenges, and embrace innovative solut...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $250K *

Unlock potential by delivering strategic employee benefits consulting while managing client relationships and driving project success through mentorship and team collaboration, ensuring tailored solut...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $260K *

Reimagine the future of healthcare by providing legal expertise in PBM client contracting. Collaborate with diverse teams to negotiate agreements and navigate regulatory challenges, ensuring complianc...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $264K *

Contribute to a dynamic legal team by advising on employment law and contracts. This remote role requires independent judgment and offers a chance to engage with diverse legal issues in a collaborativ...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $165K *

Shape the future of employment law by providing strategic legal guidance on compliance, litigation, and policy development. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to navigate complex workplace issue...

Dublin, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$72K - $109K *

Lead the charge in managing claims by verifying coverage, initiating customer contact, and resolving complex issues. Collaborate with legal teams and ensure compliance while mentoring junior staff and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive sales growth for fixed and variable annuities through strategic relationships in the Bank/Wire channel. Collaborate with financial advisors to meet clients' retirement income needs and manage a...

New York, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $90K *

Analyze complex general liability claims to ensure timely resolution and compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with clients and vendors to deliver innovative solutions while managing litigat...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.