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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$145K - $165K *

Unlock potential by managing a significant portfolio of Private Company Management Liability accounts, focusing on new business development, relationship building, and strategic underwriting to maximi...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $210K *

Transform your career by partnering with teams to drive strategic growth through legal expertise in healthcare contracts, negotiations, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to optimize performa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Join us as a strategic advisor, providing legal counsel on commercial contracts, AI products, and technology licensing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive proactive solutions and support...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining legal support in the P&C insurance sector. Collaborate closely with business leaders, providing practical legal guidance on contracts and regulatory matters while fosteri...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive statutory financial reporting and audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial transparency and support leadership in understanding perf...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Provide legal counsel on regulatory and transactional matters, structuring and negotiating agreements while ensuring compliance with FCC regulations. Play a key role in supporting M&A activities and g...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $118K *

Join a team that's transforming real estate transactions through innovative underwriting support and legal expertise. Collaborate with skilled professionals to deliver trusted solutions in commercial...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $185K *

Transform complex commercial property risks into profitable solutions. Leverage your expertise in underwriting to manage a dedicated book of business, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with brokers...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $220K *

Transform commercial contracting by leading negotiations and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance and strategic outcomes, ensuring legal support scales effe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate financial transparency by leading statutory reporting and audits. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and data integrity, while providing actionable insights to support leadership in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $224K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing complex risks and developing innovative insurance solutions. Collaborate with partners to enhance underwriting strategies and drive program success while mentoring a...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team providing strategic legal counsel on employment law matters, including employee relations and litigation management. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to mitigate risks and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$50K - $250K *

Advance your career by driving sales success and managing client accounts. Utilize expert knowledge and collaboration to engage clients, analyze business renewals, and meet sales goals while leveragin...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage as a key legal partner, focused on commercial contracts and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide swift, actionable legal guidance, navigating complex regulations and s...

St. Petersburg, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion end-to-end contract management and corporate compliance, driving legal support for commercial and federal agreements while collaborating across departments to ensure efficient deal closure an...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform sales strategies by driving revenue growth and building lasting client relationships. Lead consultative sales efforts across diverse accounts, ensuring tailored solutions meet customer needs...

Jersey City, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $260K *

Elevate your career by managing regulatory documentation and board meetings for fund clients. Lead a team to ensure compliance with SEC regulations, while building strong relationships with stakeholde...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $177K *

Lead complex underwriting decisions for high-net-worth and foreign national clients. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, build relationships, and enhance processes while mentoring others in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $165K *

Support our legal team by managing a diverse portfolio of commercial contracts, collaborating with various departments to drive operational efficiency and enhance compliance as you grow into a senior...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $224K *

Pioneer innovative insurance solutions by analyzing complex risks and underwriting programs. Collaborate with partners to develop strategies, mentor teams, and drive profitable growth while ensuring c...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $259K *

Innovate the future of underwriting by leading strategic initiatives, mentoring talent, and driving excellence in complex risk evaluation. Collaborate across departments to enhance profitability and m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Transform your career by partnering with business teams in a dynamic legal environment. Leverage your commercial instincts and regulatory expertise to make an immediate impact across two brands in a f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $198K *

Advance your legal career by managing complex litigation cases, mentoring junior attorneys, and delivering exceptional client service. Utilize your expertise to drive results and foster strong relatio...

Springfield, MARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $243K *

Transform the underwriting landscape by leading a dedicated team in complex decision-making. Collaborate to enhance relationships and ensure service excellence, driving consistent, high-touch experien...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing construction defect claims, ensuring compliance and effective resolution through collaboration and analysis. Drive efficiency while supporting stakeholders and maintaining...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.