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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$79K - $127K *

Drive your career forward by overseeing tax compliance and accounting functions. You'll conduct research, manage filings, and identify opportunities while ensuring adherence to evolving tax laws. Join...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $161K *

Analyze territory dynamics to enhance agency relationships, drive revenue growth, and implement effective training. Leverage commercial insurance knowledge to strategize and support agents in achievin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

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$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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$160K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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

$86K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing AI governance and risk management. You'll implement frameworks, monitor compliance, and engage with key stakeholders to ensure effective policy adoption and m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $195K *

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing federal, state, and international tax compliance, planning, and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate tax positions and develop efficien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $244K *

Champion the growth of our Risk Management and Insurance practice, leading a team to support public sector clients. Drive business development, enhance client relationships, and ensure project deliver...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$36K - $251K *

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Virginia, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $175K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

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1 week ago

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  •   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.