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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$150K - $180K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a sales team focused on new business development in the pharma and healthcare marketing sector. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to achieve financial goals a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving new revenue growth through consultative solution selling, leveraging data and analytics to help clients mitigate risk and enhance operational performance across diverse indu...

Princeton, NJRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $205K *

Transform the future of client technology by leading architectural strategies and integrations in life insurance and annuity environments, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and delivering scala...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K *

Support a dedicated account team by managing client relationships, driving growth, and ensuring service excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic solutions and enhance c...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$203K - $280K *

Empower your career by leading U.S. trade and distribution strategies in oncology and rare diseases. Drive operational excellence and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability...

Waltham, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $107K *

Drive sales growth by cultivating relationships with B2B partners, providing exceptional service, and promoting brand awareness in the assigned territory. Collaborate with industry professionals to ma...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$233K - $303K *

Transform stakeholder advocacy by leading initiatives, fostering collaboration, and aligning strategies with evolving market dynamics to enhance patient access to essential treatments in the biopharma...

Hampton, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by managing key partnerships and delivering measurable results. This role blends strategic relationship management with consultative selling, ensuring partner success and gro...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining risk engineering by leveraging your expertise to assess and enhance resilience in the chemical and energy sectors. Collaborate with industry leaders to deliver practical...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in mortgage banking by leveraging extensive resources and support. Drive success through proven strategies, collaborate with a dedicated team, and achieve significant financial rewards...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career as a Senior Mortgage Banker, leveraging robust marketing resources and a supportive team to drive loan origination success across the U.S. Enjoy a strong compensation structure...

Columbus, OHRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Empower a high-performing team by overseeing mortgage servicing operations, ensuring compliance with investor guidelines, and driving process efficiency to enhance portfolio management strategies and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion excellence in litigation by leveraging your skills in advocacy, research, and writing. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive impactful results in commercial disputes while enjoying a suppo...

Weirton, WVRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading pricing strategy and actuarial modeling for Commercial lines, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence while collaborating across teams to drive profitable...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Optimize engagement and monetization strategies for an AI-driven product, transforming customer interactions into measurable growth. Lead cross-functional teams to innovate and implement effective use...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic sales team to drive IT security solutions. Collaborate with clients and partners to enhance sales strategies, mentor talent, and achieve regional objectives...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $211K *

Lead the charge in compliance and regulatory leadership within a dynamic futures exchange. Drive operations and support strategic regulatory goals, protecting customers through effective governance, o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by transforming Canadian brokerage operations into scalable, automated workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, compliance, and client servicing while...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive managed care contracting activities, supporting payer negotiations and relationships. Collaborate with leadership to execute center-level priorities and enhance client satisfaction through effec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $235K *

Lead strategic initiatives to shape business growth, drive operational excellence, and influence stakeholders. Collaborate with senior leaders to develop actionable plans based on market insights and...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $114K *

Drive excellence in client benefit configuration by ensuring accurate translation of plan documents into actionable forms. Collaborate across teams to uphold quality and compliance while managing comp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading compliance assurance initiatives that enhance the reliability of the North American electric grid. Collaborate with industry stakeholders to develop and implement risk...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading comprehensive financial analysis and planning initiatives. Drive insights through data modeling and reporting, supporting strategic decision-making across multiple business...

Columbus, OHRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing enterprise architecture strategy, leading cross-disciplinary teams to align technology and business objectives. Drive innovation while ensuring compliance and qualit...

Chattanooga, TNRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $175K *

Lead the future of talent acquisition by shaping strategic recruiting initiatives, overseeing full-cycle processes, and enhancing hiring outcomes across multiple offices. Drive workforce planning and...

Washington DC, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.