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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$68K - $102K *

Lead a high-performing claims unit overseeing complex health insurance operations. Enhance processes, develop staff, and collaborate with partners to drive growth and maintain exceptional customer ser...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $102K *

Lead complex claims operations, optimize processes, and manage a high-performing team in a collaborative environment to enhance customer service and drive business growth...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $102K *

Lead and optimize complex claims operations, managing a dynamic team while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance service excellence and drive growth in the health claims space...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $102K *

Lead and optimize our claims operations while developing a high-performing team, ensuring excellent customer service through collaboration with stakeholders and effective claims management practices...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $102K *

Join our team to lead claims operations and drive excellence in complex health claims. Oversee a high-performing team, collaborate with key partners, and optimize processes to enhance customer service...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K *

Lead and shape the future of our Business Analyst function, driving excellence in requirements gathering and delivery while managing a talented team. Collaborate across departments to ensure high-qual...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Drive client success by building strategic relationships and delivering tailored HR solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and retention w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional service. Leverage your strategic insight to align HR solutions with client needs, ensuring satisfaction...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Drive client satisfaction as a strategic Account Manager, fostering relationships and aligning services to meet business objectives. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Champion client success by building strategic relationships and delivering tailored HR solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and drive client satisfaction through proa...

Iselin, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Champion client success by building strategic relationships and delivering tailored HR solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and drive client satisfaction, ensuring al...

Beverly Hills, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $188K *

Champion the future of real estate asset management by leading a dynamic team, enhancing loan servicing processes, and ensuring compliance while fostering strong vendor and borrower relationships...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining the Umbrella line of business by overseeing P&L, driving innovative strategies, and collaborating across departments to achieve profitable growth and enhance customer sat...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of product management by overseeing the P&L and strategic direction of the Umbrella line, driving innovation and collaboration across departments to achieve profit...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform the Umbrella line of business by driving P&L accountability, crafting strategic vision, and collaborating across departments to achieve growth and profitability goals in a dynamic market env...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Champion the Umbrella line's P&L and strategic vision, driving growth and profitability through collaboration and market analysis while leading cross-functional teams to enhance product effectiveness...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Lead transformative initiatives in Claims Optimization, enhancing operational effectiveness and customer outcomes through strategic oversight, AI enablement, and continuous improvement. Collaborate wi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$50K - $250K *

Advance your career by driving sales success and managing client accounts. Utilize expert knowledge and collaboration to engage clients, analyze business renewals, and meet sales goals while leveragin...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$50K - $250K *

Grow your career in sales by utilizing innovative tools and strategies to meet established quotas, manage a book of business, and collaborate effectively to achieve high renewal rates and new business...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $142K *

Lead the management and execution of the disability product portfolio, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement new offerings, enhance existing products, and drive strategic initiatives...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $142K *

Lead the evolution of the disability product portfolio by managing initiatives, collaborating across teams, and delivering strategic enhancements to meet market needs and drive performance in support...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of commercial property and casualty products by leading new development and enhancements. Collaborate across departments to implement best practices and drive operational consistency...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative product development and enhancements in commercial property and casualty insurance. Collaborate across departments to implement best practices and ensure oper...

Lansing, MIRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Engage with key customers to drive revenue growth and deliver tailored solutions. Collaborate across teams to meet technical needs, identify opportunities, and ensure customer satisfaction in a dynami...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Transform the national auto underwriting portfolio by driving innovative strategies, enhancing automation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize product offerings and improve custo...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.