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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$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of underwriting Builders’ Risk policies, making data-driven decisions on complex projects. Manage broker relationships, evaluate risks, and mentor junior staff while driving profitable...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining risk assessment by underwriting Builders’ Risk policies. Leverage analytical skills to evaluate complex projects, structure coverage, and foster strong relationships with...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the future of Builders’ Risk underwriting by evaluating complex projects, managing broker relationships, and making data-driven decisions to ensure profitable growth and effective risk managemen...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining Builders’ Risk underwriting by making data-driven decisions on complex construction projects. You'll manage broker relationships, evaluate risks, and mentor junior underw...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by underwriting Builders’ Risk policies, making data-driven decisions on complex projects, and managing broker relationships to drive profitable growth in a dynamic environment...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $142K *

Grow your career by managing complex broker compensation programs, collaborating with corporate leaders to provide financial insights and enhance strategic planning in a dynamic insurance environment...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $142K *

Join us to manage and enhance complex broker compensation programs, offering financial insights and strategic support. Collaborate with leadership across multiple departments to drive effective compen...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $95K *

Elevate client service by managing diverse employee benefit programs with autonomy, fostering strong relationships, and providing expert support to ensure optimal insurance solutions for clients and s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K *

Lead the charge in innovative reinsurance projects, designing structures and negotiating treaties, while leveraging your extensive experience in Fixed Indexed Annuities. Drive impactful decisions and...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $142K *

Lead the development of innovative broker compensation programs, providing insights and governance to support distribution strategies. Collaborate with various teams to enhance financial decision-maki...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by managing accounts, ensuring service excellence, and driving renewals. Collaborate with teams to address inquiries and maintain knowledge of offerings, all while thriv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $178K *

Manage and enhance Political Violence underwriting practices, drive strategic initiatives, oversee team performance, and ensure compliance with guidelines while fostering relationships with brokers an...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $95K *

Join our team to manage client relationships and oversee employee benefits programs. Utilize your expertise to enhance client satisfaction and drive strategic initiatives while collaborating closely w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $100K *

Shape the future of commercial insurance by managing a diverse portfolio of accounts, delivering exceptional client service, and collaborating with a dynamic team to drive growth and innovation in the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at our financial reporting function by leading compliance, ensuring accurate statements, and mentoring a skilled team. Drive technical accounting excellence and support executive d...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of customer success by leading implementation and managed services. Drive financial metrics, enhance client satisfaction, and foster team growth while collaborating across departments...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development and execution of our Enterprise Risk Management framework, ensuring effective risk identification, assessment, and reporting across all risk types while fostering a strong risk cu...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping the US digital asset underwriting landscape. Own complex risks, develop broker relationships, and innovate coverage solutions across multiple lines, driving growth and estab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $287K *

Lead the charge in shaping technology product strategy for a Specialty Business Unit, managing end-to-end delivery and building a high-performing team while aligning product goals with overall enterpr...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion customer relationships, enhance retention strategies, and support business development efforts for a large market portfolio while mentoring staff and ensuring high client satisfaction...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $89K *

Empower our team by leveraging your expertise in Life claims management. You'll mentor new members, enhance processes, and ensure accurate claim resolutions while maintaining a compassionate approach...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $89K *

Drive the management of complex Life insurance claims, ensuring compliance and accuracy while mentoring team members. Collaborate across functions to enhance processes and deliver empathetic support t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics, dashboard development, and mentorship. Drive enterprise growth as a trusted analytical partner to stakeholders by del...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $175K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Developer, leading enterprise application design and deployment. Collaborate with Agile teams, mentor developers, and leverage AI tools to enhance coding efficiency and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Manage MGT's corporate development pipeline, building financial models and producing strategic analyses to drive decision-making and shape business outcomes in a fast-paced environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   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.