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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$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

$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...

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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 *

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

$95K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by managing complex marine claims, fostering relationships with stakeholders, and enhancing claims processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and promote best practic...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing complex Motor Truck Cargo and Commercial Property claims. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure fair treatment and proactive investigation of claims while enhancing your...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive the resolution of complex commercial auto and liability claims, managing high-exposure litigation and stakeholder communication while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company gu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex commercial auto and liability claims. Drive strategic resolutions, oversee litigation, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective claim hand...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex commercial auto and liability claims, driving strategic resolutions and litigation management while ensuring compliance with regulations and company guidelines. Ser...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to manage complex commercial auto and liability claims. Leverage your expertise in investigation, negotiation, and litigation management to drive strategic resolutions while ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Support our mission by independently managing complex commercial auto and liability claims. Drive strategic resolutions, oversee litigation, and ensure compliance while collaborating with stakeholders...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex commercial auto and liability claims. Drive strategic resolutions, negotiate settlements, and ensure compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate ri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Optimize complex commercial auto and liability claims through independent investigation, strategy development, and negotiation. Serve as a senior technical resource, ensuring compliance and effective...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Manage complex commercial auto and general liability claims, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders. Leverage expertise in litigation management and negotiation to dr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing complex commercial auto and liability claims. You'll investigate, negotiate, and resolve issues while ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional service to stakehol...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by managing complex commercial auto and liability claims. Drive strategic resolutions, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance while leveraging your expertise in high...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to expertly managing complex commercial auto and liability claims. Drive strategic resolutions, collaborate with stakeholders, and leverage your extensive experience to na...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of complex commercial auto and liability claims, driving strategy, negotiation, and resolution. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective communication throughout...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex commercial auto and liability claims. Drive investigations, negotiations, and resolutions while ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.