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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$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

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining claims management by overseeing complex Property claims, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will s...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Property claims, ensuring thorough investigation and resolution. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to enhance efficiency and drive innovation in...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $150K *

Drive the design and maintenance of a robust data platform, leading a team of engineers to optimize data flows and ensure high-quality analytics. Collaborate across functions to align technical soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in loan administration for commercial mortgages, overseeing analyses, inspections, and borrower requests. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance processes while mento...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead financial planning and analysis for a $300M manufacturing business, driving operational efficiency and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights that enhance deci...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape financial strategy and drive operational excellence by leading financial planning, analysis, and reporting for a $300M manufacturing business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to optimize business controls for a cutting-edge insurance technology platform. You'll ensure robust governance, risk management, and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $136K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing safety and risk management. As a Senior Risk Management Consultant, you'll provide expert services, conduct training, and deliver actionable recommendations t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $136K *

Lead the charge in enhancing risk management services by providing expert safety training, conducting thorough underwriting surveys, and delivering actionable recommendations to improve policyholder s...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $186K *

Lead valuation and financial reporting for fixed annuities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with BMA standards. Drive process enhancements and provide actuarial expertise across strategic initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $176K *

Champion the valuation and financial reporting for fixed annuities, driving enhancements and providing actuarial expertise across initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complia...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$167K - $204K *

Transform financial reporting as a Senior Actuary, leading BMA valuation for fixed annuities. Drive enhancements, analyze results, and collaborate across teams to deliver insights and support strategi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to manage A&H reinsurance underwriting, drive premium growth, and establish trusted broker relationships while ensuring effective risk analysis across a niche specialty portfolio a...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of A&H reinsurance by managing broker relationships, underwriting specialty treaties, and performing risk analysis to drive premium growth and client satisfaction across a dynamic por...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing specialty A&H treaty reinsurance, developing broker relationships, conducting risk analysis, and achieving growth objectives. Collaborate with teams to deliver outstanding...

Reposted 6 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.