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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$96K - $136K *

Engage with stakeholders to identify, manage, and report risks within the Credit Platform. Leverage strong relationships and risk acumen to support compliance and enhance decision-making, ensuring ali...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $136K *

Transform the landscape of risk management by partnering with Credit Platform teams to identify, assess, and communicate risks, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment while fostering strong relat...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $156K *

Drive regulatory excellence by managing policy development for financial services sectors. Oversee research, analysis, and stakeholder consultations to enhance compliance and operational standards, en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage with brokers to enhance relationships and drive business growth. Manage consultations, training, and issue resolution while ensuring service excellence and compliance with industry standards. F...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $170K *

Empower your career by driving risk assessment and underwriting strategies for large accounts. Collaborate with industry experts to deliver tailored insurance solutions while maintaining strong relati...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $170K *

Empower your career as you drive risk assessment and underwriting strategies in a collaborative environment. Leverage your expertise to manage large accounts and build strong relationships while ensur...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $243K *

Transform the underwriting landscape by leading a dedicated team in complex decision-making. Collaborate to enhance relationships and ensure service excellence, driving consistent, high-touch experien...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $230K *

Champion the Global Privacy Program by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing compliance capabilities, and mitigating risks across the organization. Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure effecti...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $230K *

Elevate privacy governance by leading a global program that enhances compliance, mitigates risks, and drives strategic initiatives across the organization, while fostering a high-performing team and c...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $230K *

Lead the charge in enhancing global privacy governance and risk management. Collaborate with senior leaders to develop strategies that mitigate privacy risks and ensure compliance across the organizat...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate product innovation in the insurance sector by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and launch new offerings, enhance existing products, and drive market growth while ensuring c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Innovate with us to lead enterprise data risk oversight, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing governance across data platforms and AI technologies. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to eleva...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Shape the future of enterprise data risk management by leading oversight initiatives, driving strategic partnerships, and enhancing technical fluency across the organization to ensure effective risk g...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Shape the future of enterprise data risk oversight by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing governance, and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure effective risk management and compliance i...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $153K *

Join a team that leads and develops licensed advisors to enhance member financial security through Health, Life, and Retirement solutions. Drive operational improvements and achieve acquisition goals...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $138K *

Seeking a strategic leader to enhance agency partnerships and drive profitable growth in commercial lines, overseeing underwriting processes and agent development within a designated territory for max...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $245K *

Transform the insurance landscape by leading strategic sales initiatives, leveraging deep market expertise to drive growth and enhance client relationships while navigating complex investment operatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the efficient management of insurance claims, leading a team to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and improving p...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Empower a dynamic Desktop Support team, ensuring reliable Tier 1 and Tier 2 tech support across all business units. Drive continuous improvement and collaboration while mentoring staff in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic retirement and financial wellness programs, driving innovation to enhance employee engagement across diverse teams, ensuring compliance, and optimizing benefits d...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $190K *

Shape the future of actuarial practices by leading in-depth analyses on auto and liability lines. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop strategies, mentor talent, and drive insights that enhance g...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading high-quality loan underwriting proposals, ensuring thorough analysis and compliance with credit practices while fostering collaborative internal partnerships and innovat...

Laval, QCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, owning budgets and forecasts while collaborating with executives. Utilize AI tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency in modeling and reporting, dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $206K *

Transform the Middle Market underwriting landscape by leading a dynamic team, driving profitability and growth across multiple territories while fostering innovation and strong industry relationships...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in financial services by leading product strategy and development for BIN acquiring. Collaborate across functions to enhance client offerings and achieve revenue...

1 week 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.