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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$125K - $150K *

Champion new client acquisition in the professional staffing industry, driving revenue growth through strategic business development and relationship building with mid-market and enterprise clients. N...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading proposal efforts for strategic pursuits, collaborating with teams to develop winning strategies, and managing proposal deliverables. Drive quality and compliance while coac...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading proposal efforts and collaborating with teams to secure new business. Drive strategy, manage projects, and enhance proposal quality while coaching junior members in a dy...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Lead strategic customer relationships in Bankruptcy Risk, ensuring retention and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, drive customer success, and enhance valu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$56K - $104K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and retention by serving as a strategic partner to financial professionals. Utilize consultative sales expertise to deliver tailored solutions and enhance client succ...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$56K - $104K *

Elevate your career by serving as a strategic partner to financial professionals, driving growth and client success through consultative sales and relationship management across your territory. Make a...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $249K *

Empower organizational success by leveraging strategic actuarial analysis and tools. Lead a team while driving Medicare initiatives, managing financial assessments, and enhancing decision-making throu...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing risk adjustment and quality improvement processes across multiple departments, driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives for healthcare pro...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of capital formation by building a dynamic distribution engine that channels consistent capital to investment offerings through strong broker-dealer and advisor relationships. Drive s...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by owning the full sales cycle, from generating leads to closing deals. Collaborate with founders and product teams to enhance our sales strategy and deliver exceptio...

Bellevue, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as the primary relationship owner for automotive dealer accounts, focusing on customer retention, product adoption, and strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Alberta, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance excellence through strategic oversight of operations, risk management, and audit processes. Collaborate with leadership to drive regulatory complia...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in financial strategy and operational excellence, driving growth and sustainability for a mission-driven organization. Collaborate with leadership to implement innovative solutions and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$61K - $108K *

Play a key role in assessing and managing ethical business conflicts, supporting attorneys and firm practices by ensuring compliance with policies, while conducting in-depth research and analysis on n...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $115K *

Manage comprehensive clinical reviews of disability claims, collaborating with stakeholders to assess medical evidence and functional impact. Provide expert recommendations and support timely evaluati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Partner with us to expand our legal services in Missouri and Kansas. Leverage your expertise in public/private client counsel and collaborate with a dynamic team while enjoying a fully remote work arr...

Kansas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $202K *

Lead the charge in developing operational reporting and performance metrics within an AML and financial crimes unit. Utilize strong analytical skills to enhance data-driven decision making and regulat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $233K *

Support compliance for AI products by advising cross-functional teams, ensuring regulatory adherence, and shaping governance frameworks. Lead compliance initiatives, mentor colleagues, and drive produ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive provider network excellence by managing data integrity, overseeing contract configurations, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and compliance in a dynamic TPA e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $280K *

Drive our investment practice and standards forward by leading the evolution of professional guidelines and engagement strategies, ensuring relevance amidst changing market conditions. Collaborate wit...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $300K *

Optimize financial strategy by leading FP&A cycles, diagnosing cross-functional challenges, and driving impactful decisions that enhance operational efficiency and scalability across the organization...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $145K *

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Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the execution of tuck-in acquisitions, managing the entire transaction lifecycle from evaluation to onboarding. Foster collaboration among internal and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless...

Omaha, NERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $193K *

Join us in transforming infrastructure delivery by leading product strategy and execution for Infrastructure as Code. Collaborate across teams to enhance automation, improve user experiences, and driv...

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2 weeks 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.