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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$73K - $129K *

Lead the enhancement of advisory solutions in Wealth Management, driving product initiatives and compliance. Collaborate across teams to improve client and advisor experiences while managing critical...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $186K *

Shape the future of actuarial analysis by driving profitability and risk management for life and annuity businesses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic insights and enhance d...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$167K - $204K *

Join a team that's redefining actuarial excellence by delivering strategic insights and innovative solutions to enhance profitability and risk management in life and annuity businesses. Collaborate ac...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $176K *

Join a team that's redefining actuarial excellence by driving profitability and risk management for life and annuity businesses. Leverage your expertise to deliver strategic insights and enhance finan...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $350K *

Lead regional underwriting excellence to drive profitable growth and enhance broker relationships. Oversee strategy, talent development, and operational performance in a dynamic, high-growth environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of freight sales by driving revenue growth through new business acquisition and expanding shipper relationships in a high-performance environment while owning the complete sales cycle...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential in a pivotal role managing claims operations, mentoring staff, and enhancing systemic efficiencies within claims services, driving positive change and stakeholder satisfaction ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of claims management for Non-Profits. Lead and mentor a skilled team, providing strategic direction on complex claims while ensuring exceptional service and compl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $233K *

Oversee the investigation and resolution of complex management liability claims, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with external advisors and manage a diverse portfolio to ach...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Account Manager, overseeing large commercial accounts. Drive client satisfaction through expert service, strategic partnerships, and comprehensive renewal management wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Help us drive profitability by developing and implementing innovative pricing strategies across multiple business lines, while leading a team of analysts to ensure effective rate filing processes and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Champion innovative pricing strategies by leading a team to analyze and implement rate processes across multiple business lines, driving sustainable growth and profitability through data-driven decisi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing innovative pricing strategies across multiple business lines, managing a team of analysts to drive sustainable growth and profitability while collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Champion innovative pricing strategies by leading a team to analyze and implement rate processes across multiple business lines, driving sustainable growth and collaboration within the organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Champion innovative pricing strategies to drive growth and profitability across multiple product lines, leading a team of analysts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance pricing pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Innovate pricing strategies by leveraging analytical skills and leadership abilities. Collaborate across multiple teams to enhance pricing processes, drive profitability, and support business growth i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Drive innovative pricing strategies and manage a team of analysts to optimize rate processes. Collaborate across multiple business lines to enhance profitability and ensure compliance within a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Deliver impactful pricing strategies by leading a dedicated team. Collaborate across business lines to enhance competitive positioning, drive analysis, and implement efficient rate filing processes th...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $150K *

Transform financial decision-making by delivering expert analyses and underwriting support in a dynamic, high-volume environment. Collaborate with teams to structure loans and assess risks, ensuring e...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering financial analysis and underwriting support in a dynamic, high-volume environment. Collaborate with Relationship Managers to structure loans and drive informed decision-m...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $150K *

Transform financial decision-making by supporting underwriting and monitoring in a dynamic national workflow. Collaborate with Relationship Managers to deliver critical analyses and insights that driv...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape financial strategy by providing expert analysis and guidance in technology and operations. Drive critical decision-making around product development, forecasting, and performance evaluation whil...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team driving financial analysis and guidance for strategic decisions. Utilize your expertise to develop forecasts, lead performance evaluations, and mentor analysts while ensuring compl...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead loan administration for commercial mortgages, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial analyses, property inspections, and borrower requests. Supervise a team while enhancing processes and m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $140K *

Transform the claims landscape by managing complex Commercial Property claims, ensuring thorough documentation and effective communication with stakeholders while driving insights and fostering relati...

4 days 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.