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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$70K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the Northeast by delivering exceptional commercial insurance solutions. Collaborate with agents, negotiate placements, and manage underwriting while fostering stro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $140K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our Partner ecosystem by managing relationships and driving growth initiatives. Oversee onboarding, operations, and support for System Integrators while implementing autom...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence by managing service standards and team performance, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to best practices in Commercial Property & Casualty Insurance. Lead a team w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development and marketing of a new insurance product, ensuring profitable risk selection and strong broker relationships. Drive business growth while maintaining underwriting standards and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing VA loan underwriting in a dynamic, supportive environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure compliance and accuracy while handling a substantial pipeline of...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $122K *

Reimagine consumer lending by leading a dynamic underwriting team, ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and exceptional member experiences while driving strategic initiatives and fostering a c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in managing complex casualty underwriting. Drive profitable growth, optimize broker relationships, and leverage advanced technology to enhance portfolio p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you develop and implement compliance programs for wholesale brokerage operations, focusing on Excess & Surplus lines. Collaborate with leadership to ensure adherence to regulati...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $210K *

Champion underwriting excellence and risk management by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing portfolio performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive profitable growth and enh...

Nebraska, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform compliance strategies to ensure adherence to insurance regulations, mitigate risks, and support business growth across multiple jurisdictions in the wholesale brokerage and E&S lines sectors...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform compliance practices by developing and implementing robust programs that ensure adherence to insurance regulations, mitigate risks, and support business growth across multiple jurisdictions...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform compliance strategies by overseeing regulatory adherence in wholesale brokerage operations, focusing on Excess & Surplus lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic sales team to achieve targets, develop strategic plans, and enhance customer relationships while fostering a culture of growth and motivation within the organi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $120K *

Partner with us to manage a diverse portfolio of Commercial Lines accounts, delivering exceptional client support, marketing strategies, and tailored insurance solutions while collaborating with Accou...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the property insurance sector. You'll manage renewals and pursue new opportunities while cultivating strong relationships and implementing effective pricing strate...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $150K *

Lead the underwriting of complex DIC and Earthquake risks, managing a profitable portfolio while fostering broker relationships and ensuring compliance with guidelines. Collaborate across teams to dri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $100K *

Empower business growth by assessing moderate risk for commercial farm policies. Collaborate with brokers to deliver tailored solutions and enhance client relationships while ensuring compliance with...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive success by underwriting technology accounts, managing renewals, and building strong relationships with agents and clients. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and ensure compliance wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving financial performance in commercial lines underwriting. Focus on technology accounts, build relationships with brokers, and collaborate with experts to optimize portfolio su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform the commercial lines underwriting landscape by driving financial performance, managing risk, and building strong relationships with agents and clients in the technology sector. Collaborate w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $102K *

Transform underwriting processes by designing solutions that enhance efficiency and drive business development. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and improve system functionalities, ensurin...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in financial services. Drive growth through recruitment, mentorship, and performance coaching while maintaining your own production. Shape a culture of excel...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $189K *

Lead the charge in guiding the Aging Services Retail portfolio, driving growth and team development while collaborating with senior management to enhance business performance and strategic initiatives...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $175K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role focused on underwriting and cultivating broker relationships to drive profitable E&S casualty business while collaborating across teams to achieve growth and op...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $159K *

Elevate compliance and data integrity by leading regulatory and statistical reporting efforts. Collaborate across departments to ensure timely, accurate submissions to insurance bureaus, while mentori...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.