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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$100K - $120K *

Help us drive revenue growth by developing strategic sales plans and building executive partnerships in the mortgage servicing industry. Leverage your expertise to manage complex sales cycles and enha...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$147K - $192K *

Tackle new opportunities in the healthcare sector by driving sales and strategy. Engage with C-suite executives, implement effective sales policies, and analyze market trends to maximize revenue growt...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $500K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic team focused on developing medical stop loss programs. Drive sales initiatives, build relationships, and leverage innovative marketing strategies to achieve growth in...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $318K *

Join a leading team to shape advanced life insurance strategies, drive high-impact outcomes, and elevate consulting excellence. As a senior executive, you'll mentor talent, innovate processes, and inf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $146K *

Shape the future of legal content by leveraging your expertise in Capital Markets and M&A. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create high-quality resources that empower Canadian legal professionals an...

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2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by delivering exceptional service and support, ensuring seamless communication and issue resolution while collaborating with internal teams to enhance client satisfactio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales and expanding partnerships. This remote role involves managing a portfolio, recruiting agents, and developing strategic business plans to exceed sales quo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by leading branch operations, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing team performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve financial goals while fostering a culture of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $104K *

Pioneer consumer protection initiatives by leading regulatory operations and policy functions. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance market conduct practices and ensure compli...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to shape the future of actuarial pricing by leveraging data science and predictive analytics to develop innovative pricing frameworks across property and casualty insurance portfolios...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $119K *

Unlock potential by managing complex workers' compensation claims, driving investigations, and shaping strategies. Build relationships, ensure compliance, and mentor others while making a direct impac...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the sales process for self-funded stop-loss cases, evaluating risk, managing proposals, and collaborating with underwriters to enhance case preparation and market success...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Champion the management of insurance litigation files, providing mentorship and expertise while navigating complex legal matters and advocating for clients in a dynamic remote work environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise wealth technology platforms, identifying improvement opportunities and driving initiatives to optimize efficiency, scalability, and integr...

St. Louis, MORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining Workers' Compensation filings. Leverage your expertise to manage complex engagements, navigate state regulations, and serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring compliance and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $145K *

Champion the modernization and performance of enterprise applications, ensuring reliability and security while driving innovation and operational excellence in a remote leadership role focused on stra...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $141K *

Empower financial strategies by analyzing interest rate and liquidity risks. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance capital planning and reporting processes while ensuring compliance with regulation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $140K *

Lead the charge in conducting on-site evaluations for niche-market policyholders, developing tailored strategies to mitigate risks, and providing expert consultation across all coverage lines while fo...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Accelerate your career by driving retirement plan sales across diverse markets. Build strong relationships with financial intermediaries and manage your territory effectively to achieve ambitious sale...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $223K *

Support the Privacy Team by providing legal counsel on data processing agreements, privacy assessments, and compliance with privacy laws. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance privacy pro...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $223K *

Transform sales training and enablement by developing innovative strategies and AI tools to enhance agent performance, optimize customer interactions, and drive measurable improvements across direct-t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Lead the charge in executing compliance strategies across regulated sectors, ensuring robust oversight and operational clarity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate regulatory la...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$275K - $325K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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2 days 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.