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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$90K - $110K *

Drive client success by supporting performance reporting systems, ensuring data accuracy, and facilitating new advisor integrations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Proactively enhance proc...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $170K *

Champion strategic insights by analyzing complex business challenges, synthesizing data, and crafting compelling narratives. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive clarity and impact across the organi...

Illinois, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $159K *

Champion innovative employee benefit solutions, providing expert guidance on plan design, compliance, and administration. Utilize strong analytical skills to enhance retirement planning services acros...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$87K - $139K *

Engage with community banks to develop relationships and drive sales. Leverage your expertise in business development to market products, maintain client connections, and facilitate opportunities with...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $266K *

Elevate your career by leading digital marketing strategies in a fast-paced startup. Own performance management across paid channels, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive innovation to achieve gr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $186K *

Transform the KYC landscape by leading high-risk reviews and compliance initiatives. Oversee a dynamic team, ensuring effective AML/ATF/Sanctions/ABAC strategies while fostering talent and managing co...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $300K *

Transform your sales career with foundational training, ongoing mentorship, and unlimited earnings potential by guiding families through life insurance decisions in a supportive environment designed f...

Chattanooga, TNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $240K *

Shape the future of utilities litigation by providing strategic guidance, managing client relationships, and overseeing complex cases. Leverage your expertise to drive favorable outcomes and mentor ju...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $232K *

Unlock potential by leading legal reviews for promotional and medical materials. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and provide practical guidance in a fast-paced environment, supporting pr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Drive your career with a strategic role leading product vision and evolution in the Servicing domain. Transform customer interactions across policy management and claims, ensuring intuitive, scalable...

Minnesota, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support in the mortgage industry. You'll assist in compliance, contract management, and regulatory guidance, ensuring adherence to laws wh...

Plano, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $216K *

Transform pricing strategies by leveraging data-driven insights to enhance win probability and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze market trends and customer behavior, en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $186K *

Lead the development of a risk-based compliance framework for U.S. pharmaceutical commercialization, advising senior leaders and ensuring adherence to compliance standards while fostering ethical deci...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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Overland Park, KSRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $219K *

Drive AI-driven content initiatives for case law, fostering innovation and accuracy while collaborating cross-functionally with product, tech, and data teams to enhance legal research capabilities and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$46K - $122K *

Shape the future of pharmacy benefit management by leading financial analysis and underwriting strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pricing models and drive client value whil...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $160K *

Drive growth by selling complex healthcare solutions to payers, managing strategic relationships, and developing market-level strategies. Own the sales process while coordinating with cross-functional...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the design and development of complex software systems. Drive technical direction, mentor peers, and ensure high-quality, scalable solutions that align with business go...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and build long-term accounts, all while...

Tacoma, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $201K *

Architect cloud-based data solutions and drive enterprise data strategy. Leverage advanced analytics and modern data architectures to enhance operational efficiency and compliance in healthcare data m...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Manage contract reviews and negotiations, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance contract performance while providing expe...

Ontario, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $102K *

Champion exceptional legal support for commercial contracts, driving the lifecycle from drafting to execution. Collaborate with attorneys and cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and complianc...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful litigation and advocacy initiatives for disability rights. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance access and challenge discrimination, while mentoring ot...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $145K *

Join a team that manages complex homeowner property claims in the field. You'll investigate, assess liability, and negotiate resolutions while ensuring superior customer service and mentoring junior a...

Baltimore, MDRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $248K *

Champion client engagement and operational excellence by managing consulting teams, driving quality standards, and fostering relationships within Military Health Systems. Lead new business development...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.