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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$124K - $280K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence within the Life and Annuity sectors, guiding diverse teams through strategic initiatives to enhance client service and optimize processes while driving innova...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Shape operational strategies within insurance, fostering excellence and innovation. Lead teams to enhance client delivery and guide large, complex projects. Drive impactful solutions through strategic...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Take ownership of driving operational excellence in insurance, leading strategic projects, and enhancing client service operations. Foster team collaboration and utilize analytical skills to develop i...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Deliver strategic operational excellence in the Life, Annuity & Group Benefits sector by leading projects, fostering teams, and enhancing client service delivery through innovative solutions and data...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Shape the future of operational excellence in insurance by leading complex projects, fostering high-performing teams, and enhancing client service delivery through innovative solutions and strategic i...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Join a team that's transforming operations within the Insurance sector. In this senior management role, you'll lead complex projects, enhance client services, and drive innovative solutions to optimiz...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Drive operational excellence in insurance by leading strategic projects and guiding teams. Collaborate with clients to innovate processes, enhance service delivery, and achieve impactful results in li...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Join us in driving operational excellence in the Insurance sector. Leverage your strategic insights and leadership skills to enhance client service operations and foster high-performing teams focused...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Join a team that's optimizing life, annuity, and group benefits operations. As a Senior Manager, you'll lead strategic projects, foster high-performing teams, and enhance client service through innova...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic operations projects in life, annuity, and group benefits. Drive operational excellence, mentor teams, and enhance client service through innovative solutions and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$60K - $200K *

Engage in an entrepreneurial sales role, building relationships and generating new business in commercial insurance. Leverage resources to deliver tailored risk management solutions and maximize your...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the assessment and processing of claims, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual provisions while maintaining strong relationships with policyholders and brokers to enhance customer...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive profitable growth by managing complex commercial risks and fostering broker relationships in Northern Alberta. Leverage your underwriting expertise to identify opportunities and enhance business...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and growing a diverse book of construction insurance business. Leverage your underwriting expertise to build relationships, assess risks, and drive profitabili...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $180K *

Lead the underwriting process for construction insurance, managing profitability and growth while cultivating relationships with agents and brokers. Utilize your expertise to assess complex risks and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $180K *

Lead the charge in underwriting complex construction risks, managing profitability and growth while cultivating relationships with agents and brokers to drive business success and retention...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $280K *

Champion operational excellence in the Insurance sector by leading innovative projects. As a Senior Manager, you’ll engage with clients to enhance service delivery and guide diverse teams toward achie...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $180K *

Empower your legal expertise by managing complex claims across various policies. Collaborate with underwriting and claims teams to conduct thorough analyses, negotiate settlements, and ensure superior...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $168K *

Unlock potential by analyzing and decisioning loans up to $3 million, balancing risk and growth. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with lending standards while maintaining high productivity...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $120K *

Bring your expertise to our dynamic Credit Portfolio team, managing and expanding insurance premium finance credit relationships. Partner with clients to ensure compliance and streamline workflows whi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $170K *

Champion client success by leading audit engagements, enhancing teams, and driving profitability. Leverage your expertise in accounting to manage risk, develop relationships, and deliver value in a dy...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $170K *

Lead high-quality audit engagements by managing teams, assessing risks, and ensuring client satisfaction in a dynamic, growth-focused environment. Enhance the audit process with strategic insights whi...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $170K *

Join a dynamic assurance team to manage audit engagements, mentor talent, and deliver exceptional client services within the capital markets sector. Drive risk assessment and ensure compliance while f...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by architecting a robust capital markets strategy. Lead the development of lender relationships and innovative funding structures to drive growth in healthcare lending, while shapi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $120K *

Champion the management of complex marine claims, ensuring compliance and quality standards while fostering relationships with stakeholders. Utilize your expertise to identify fraudulent claims and en...

3 days 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.