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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$113K - $163K *

Champion data risk management by developing frameworks and tools for oversight, ensuring data governance, quality, and ethical use while providing independent assessment across the enterprise in AI an...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $163K *

Manage enterprise data risk oversight by developing frameworks and tools, ensuring governance and compliance while providing strategic challenge and insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to strength...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $163K *

Shape the future of data risk management by building frameworks and methodologies to oversee data and AI risks at an enterprise level, ensuring quality, governance, and strategic oversight across all...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Oversee all operational and administrative functions within a Complex, ensuring superior service to clients and Financial Advisors while coordinating with Home Office Operations and compliance teams...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $104K *

Analyze insurance applications to evaluate risks, determine coverage, and establish pricing. Build and maintain relationships with brokers while adhering to underwriting guidelines. Provide insights o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$60K - $200K *

Champion new business growth by building relationships and delivering tailored commercial insurance solutions. Leverage industry expertise and resources to maximize client value and drive substantial...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $84K *

Pioneer customer success by transforming relationships into partnerships, guiding clients through complex solutions, and maximizing product adoption to achieve their business goals. Collaborate across...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $271K *

Optimize your career with strategic leadership in Guidewire applications, overseeing standards, governance, and delivery maturity. Drive expansion across PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, and ClaimCenter w...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $210K *

Transform enterprise app delivery by establishing a Guidewire Center of Excellence to enhance governance, quality, and innovation across multiple platforms, driving strategic alignment and comprehensi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $125K *

Manage the organization’s cash and investment portfolio, ensuring liquidity and safeguarding assets. Lead a diverse team, implement best practices, and support financial analysis to optimize cash mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $124K *

Shape the future of our claims unit by leading a dedicated team, optimizing resources, and enhancing operational processes to achieve corporate goals while ensuring high-quality service and compliance...

Laval, QCIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $124K *

Shape the future of claims management by leading a dynamic team, optimizing resources, and enhancing operational processes to achieve corporate goals while ensuring high-quality service and compliance...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $350K *

Lead the charge in enhancing underwriting excellence and driving growth across the Southwest Region. Oversee a dedicated team, optimize operations, and strengthen broker relationships to ensure profit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Join us in managing complex Pennsylvania workers' compensation claims from start to finish. You'll investigate, evaluate, and develop strategies to ensure compliance with regulations while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Manage complex Pennsylvania workers' compensation claims from start to finish. Investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims while ensuring compliance with state laws. Collaborate with stakeholders to dev...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $197K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and optimize supply chains by effectively managing supplier relationships and ensuring alignment with business goals. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver value...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $197K *

Shape supply management strategies and optimize cost efficiencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance vendor performance and align sourcing activities with business goals. Drive risk m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $197K *

Champion strategic sourcing activities to enhance supply management, mitigate risks, and optimize costs across key spend categories, collaborating with business leaders for effective project delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate client satisfaction as a Senior Client Manager, leading strategic planning and service excellence for commercial accounts. Collaborate with teams to analyze risks, negotiate quotes, and ensure...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex auto and general liability claims, ensuring effective investigation, negotiation, and resolution strategies while collaborating with internal and external partners...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex auto and liability claims. You'll oversee investigations, negotiate settlements, and collaborate with partners to ensure effective claim resolutions wh...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Manage technical claim handling for moderate severity auto and liability claims, ensuring effective investigation, coverage evaluation, and resolution strategies while providing exceptional service to...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $150K *

Manage complex general liability claims, including coverage disputes and litigation strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely resolution and compliance with regulations while maintain...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $150K *

Manage complex general liability claims, including coverage disputes and litigation strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely resolution and compliance with regulations while leading...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $119K *

Lead tax operations and compliance for diverse investment products, ensuring accurate reporting and adherence to Canadian regulations. Collaborate cross-functionally to support fund initiatives and me...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 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.