Underwriting Manager Jobs

Explore Underwriting Manager jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Underwriting managers lead teams that evaluate applications, assess risk, and make sound decisions across insurance, mortgage, commercial lending, and other financial services. Browse roles that match your leadership experience, industry expertise, and career goals.

What Does an Underwriting Manager Do?

Underwriting managers oversee the review of applications and risks, set or apply underwriting guidelines, and help ensure decisions are consistent, well documented, and aligned with business objectives. They may coach underwriters, monitor team performance, resolve complex cases, and work with sales, claims, compliance, credit, or operations teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in underwriting within the relevant industry, strong people-management and decision-making skills, and the ability to interpret financial, medical, property, or other risk information. Familiarity with regulatory requirements, underwriting systems, portfolio analysis, and process improvement can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and specialty.

Underwriting Manager Career Paths

Underwriting managers work in areas such as property and casualty, life and health insurance, mortgage lending, commercial credit, and specialty finance. With experience, professionals may advance to senior underwriting leadership, director or vice president roles, portfolio management, risk management, or broader operational leadership.

Find Underwriting Manager Jobs Paying $100K or More

Search Ladders for Underwriting Manager opportunities that meet your experience and compensation goals. Review role requirements, compare employers and specialties, and identify positions where you can lead teams while strengthening risk decisions and business outcomes.

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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's delivering expert underwriting for the largest construction risks, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance portfolio strategies and ensuring consistent primary casualty coverage...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $110K *

Transform risk management practices by conducting trade surveillance and compliance reviews, collaborating with teams to mitigate potential risks, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards in a d...

Springfield, MARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by leading data center construction initiatives. Oversee scope, schedule, and budget while managing a collaborative team to ensure quality and client satisfaction on complex p...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $150K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on building client relationships and driving business growth. As a key player, you'll leverage your sales expertise to deliver exceptional service...

Sacramento, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

$200K - $350K *

Unlock your potential as you structure and manage reinsurance programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk transfer and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $225K *

Champion new business growth as the Underwriting Territory Manager, leading a skilled team to expand the Cyber Risk Division across the East Coast, while driving profitability and building robust brok...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building a robust revenue engine for a new Home & Auto insurance unit. Design and implement CRM systems, optimize sales processes, and enhance data-driven decision-making to support...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive Rating & Underwriting support for Stop Loss products, ensuring accurate proposal rates and renewals for groups of 100+, while collaborating clos...

Newark, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $175K *

Join a team that's driving transformation in insurance technology by leading complex SaaS programs. You'll ensure delivery excellence, manage risks, and enhance client confidence while shaping the fut...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $130K *

Drive team performance and enhance customer experience by overseeing policy administration and contact center operations. Collaborate on goals, manage staffing, and ensure compliance with regulations...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $165K *

Build relationships and drive enterprise sales in Pension & Retirement. Own the full sales cycle, develop strategies, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions and ensure operat...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $124K *

Empower frontline Claims Service teams to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Lead performance, drive engagement, and implement process improvements while fostering an inclusive te...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to resolving complex marine claims while ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining data integrity. Collaborate with surveyors and engineers to deliver effective solut...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $127K *

Partner with us to analyze complex risks and develop tailored insurance solutions. As a Senior Underwriter, you'll manage individual risk acceptability, pricing, and coverage for the Primary Casualty...

Scottsdale, AZRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Develop and lead global financial controls, enhancing audit processes and quality assurance while leveraging AI tools to optimize workflows and team performance across diverse regions and functions...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $142K *

Transform complex underwriting processes by leveraging expertise in claims analysis and funding arrangements. Collaborate with teams to drive strategic pricing decisions while mentoring junior underwr...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $123K *

Empower your career by collaborating with a dynamic team to drive innovative solutions and enhance operational efficiency across diverse projects. Join us in making a meaningful impact while advancing...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Deliver impactful financial leadership by managing accounting activities, ensuring compliance, and optimizing billing operations. Join a dynamic team focused on growth and collaboration in a fast-pace...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Help us redefine insurance technology by leading a product team focused on complex, regulated systems. Drive platform strategies, enhance operational capabilities, and collaborate with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $240K *

Help us empower families by providing essential mortgage protection coverage. Join a supportive team where you can thrive through training and mentorship, making a meaningful impact in clients' lives...

Melbourne, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in transforming core insurance technology platforms, overseeing a large team while ensuring operational excellence and driving modernization from legacy systems to Guidewire solutions...

Blue Bell, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving product strategy through data analysis and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance, uncover growth opportunities, and influence stra...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $320K *

Lead the execution of investment structuring strategies globally, managing complex initiatives and stakeholder relationships to enhance operational effectiveness and drive investment decisions that al...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $166K *

Elevate client support as you lead a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional service, managing business operations, and driving sales growth in the insurance sector. Leverage your deep expert...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Underwriting Manager do?question toggle

    An Underwriting Manager leads underwriting professionals and oversees how applications and risks are evaluated. Responsibilities often include setting or applying guidelines, reviewing complex cases, ensuring consistent decisions, monitoring performance, and collaborating with other departments.

  • What qualifications are typically required for an Underwriting Manager job?question toggle

    Requirements vary by industry, but employers often look for relevant underwriting experience, leadership skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of applicable guidelines and regulations. Some roles may prefer a degree, professional credentials, or expertise in a specific underwriting specialty.

  • Which industries hire Underwriting Managers?question toggle

    Underwriting Managers work in insurance, mortgage lending, commercial banking, credit, and specialty finance. The precise responsibilities and technical knowledge required depend on the employer and type of risk being assessed.

  • How much do Underwriting Manager jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on industry, location, experience, and the scope of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it a resource for candidates seeking higher-paying Underwriting Manager opportunities.

  • What career paths can follow an Underwriting Manager role?question toggle

    Experienced managers may move into senior underwriting leadership, director or vice president positions, risk or portfolio management, or broader business and operations leadership.