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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth in enterprise sales for cloud-based HR solutions. Collaborate with internal partners to exceed revenue goals while fostering strong client relationships...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion a revolutionary approach to financial planning, delivering personalized, tech-driven advice to empower clients while building trusting relationships in a dynamic, supportive environment focus...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $216K *

Empower small businesses by leading our omni-channel marketing strategy. Drive customer acquisition and retention through innovative campaigns, optimizing performance across digital and traditional ch...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$202K - $343K *

Lead the product strategy for a comprehensive fraud and financial crimes portfolio. Drive innovation and collaboration across teams, ensuring scalable solutions for diverse clients while enhancing pro...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $170K *

Champion the success of US merchants by driving Policy Protect sales, addressing policy abuse, and delivering compelling demos. Collaborate with Account Executives to build business cases and enhance...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $99K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance financial crime risk management programs. Utilize your analytical skills to support AML, ATF, and sanctions compliance while engaging with stakeholders to ensure effecti...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $105K *

Drive effective claims outcomes by conducting comprehensive vehicle inspections, estimating repair costs, and facilitating collaborations with repair facilities. Utilize your expertise in customer ser...

Brockton, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you inspect and assess vehicle damage, estimate repair costs, and negotiate settlements. Utilize your expertise to ensure accurate claim evaluations and provide exceptional cust...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $105K *

Support our team by inspecting vehicle damage, estimating repair costs, and ensuring timely claim settlements. Leverage your expertise in auto appraisal to provide exceptional customer service and col...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role inspecting auto damages, estimating costs, and ensuring effective claim settlements while delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Manage complex government contracts to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives, proactively identifying risks and guiding cross-functional teams for successful execution. Enhance operational excel...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $273K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by leading strategic client partnerships. Use your executive influence to drive growth, improve outcomes and enhance client satisfaction while managing a hig...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of loan servicing by leading a dedicated team in payment collections, compliance, and portfolio management. Drive process improvements and ensure exceptional borrower experiences whil...

Thousand Oaks, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing revenue cycle management in healthcare. Lead billing and collections efforts, drive performance, and enhance processes while supporting a high-performing tea...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$107K - $172K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative automation solutions, enhancing enterprise efficiency through cutting-edge technology and collaboration across various business units. Drive impact...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join our team and take ownership of transforming financial insights into compelling due diligence analyses, ensuring clients make informed decisions. Collaborate with experts to deliver high-quality r...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Empower strategic financial decision-making by leading financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive performance management and enhance FP&A maturity in a...

Hamilton, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a data-driven future by leading product strategy for data science solutions. Drive innovation, oversee development, and ensure alignment with business goals to deliver impactful analytics prod...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive revenue growth and build lasting customer partnerships in the commercial roofing sector. Leverage your sales expertise to expand market presence and enhance product adopti...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cancer screening technologies. You'll engage healthcare providers, promote groundbreaking solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pat...

Syracuse, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in tax preparation and compliance, overseeing a team to ensure accurate and timely filing of individual, corporate, and non-profit returns while enhancing workflow efficiency and mento...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $190K *

Drive strategic initiatives across diverse real estate portfolios, ensuring client satisfaction and innovative solutions. Lead teams in delivering excellence while managing complex relationships and f...

Austin, TXRemote

4 days ago

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

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.