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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$164K - $314K *

Optimize pricing strategies and team performance to drive growth and profitability across multiple business lines, partnering with product directors to ensure alignment with corporate goals and market...

San Antonio, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $146K *

Optimize legal content creation by leveraging your Commercial Law expertise. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop practical resources for Canadian legal professionals, ensuring high-quality, rel...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team in managing complex Commercial Casualty claims. Drive superior outcomes through effective workforce management, collaboration, and innovative technology...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $247K *

Join a team that's driving product excellence by defining strategy, leading a talented team of Product Managers, and ensuring stellar adoption and customer satisfaction within a dynamic market landsca...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading comprehensive investigations and resolutions for complex construction liability claims. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive proactive outcomes and mentor junior adjust...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing complex litigation cases from inception to resolution. Collaborate with a dynamic team of litigators while enjoying remote work flexibility and opportunities for profes...

Charleston, WVRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$66K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing executive financial planning through personalized guidance, relationship building, and compliance-focused client engagement, ensuring exceptional service and...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading the strategic pricing and risk management efforts for homeowners and auto products. Drive profitable growth while ensuring compliance, leveraging cross-functional coll...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $185K *

Empower your career by driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships and innovative marketing solutions. Leverage your industry expertise to engage prospects, manage pipelines, and close deals...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading claims advocacy efforts, managing complex coverage issues, and providing expert guidance to brokers and clients. Collaborate with teams to ensure positive outcomes and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Drive legal excellence by managing contracts and compliance for healthcare units. Collaborate with teams to navigate technology agreements and uphold healthcare laws, ensuring business success and ris...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $222K *

Shape the future of channel sales by driving reseller and distributor partnerships across the Americas, enhancing legal sales execution, and achieving ambitious targets through strategic collaboration...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $250K *

Unlock legal and regulatory strategy as a key leader, driving compliance and governance across diverse digital asset products while engaging in high-stakes negotiations and shaping organizational poli...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $138K *

Lead actuarial initiatives by leveraging your expertise to analyze complex data, mentor junior staff, and develop innovative solutions that drive informed decision-making and enhance operational effic...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $155K *

Lead strategic initiatives in commercial lines product management, optimizing profitability and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and mentor others, ensur...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $176K *

Champion compliance excellence by leading regulatory programs and translating complex mortgage regulations into actionable product requirements. Collaborate across teams to ensure adherence to evolvin...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$290K - $323K *

Lead the charge in modernizing pricing frameworks and analytics for P&C insurance. This role requires a strategic visionary to shape commercial pricing and leverage advanced data insights for impactfu...

Walnut Creek, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$114K - $141K *

Collaborate with a dynamic legal team to provide expert counsel and guidance across various departments. Lead and mentor legal professionals while ensuring compliance and effective representation in d...

Madison, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Play a key role in shaping legal strategies across commercial, compliance, and IP domains. Collaborate with teams to navigate complex contracts and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting innova...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading regulatory strategy and governance, ensuring scalable infrastructure for service contracts and insurance programs across North America. Collaborate with executiv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $240K *

Inspire growth by connecting with clients, analyzing their needs, and providing tailored mortgage protection solutions. Enjoy flexible work options while making a meaningful impact on clients' financi...

Charleston, SCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $265K *

Empower your career by leading a core service line in a dynamic environment. Drive business expansion, manage client relationships, and deliver expert project management in the pharmaceutical and biot...

Fishers, INRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Manage a team of external sales professionals to drive the sale of qualified retirement plans across various financial channels, ensuring productivity and strategic growth within the assigned territor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $318K *

Champion actuarial leadership by directing advanced analytics and modeling initiatives to support strategic goals across multiple business areas while fostering team development and communication with...

Baltimore, MDRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $279K *

Empower government sector success by identifying sales opportunities and leveraging legal tech expertise. Join a dynamic team to boost revenue through strategic outreach and relationship building whil...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.