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Sr Commercial Underwriter
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What they do
An Insurance Underwriter evaluates and measures risk and advises businesses in insurance, banking and securities. Recommends customers to be approved for insurance coverage, and develops policies and premium levels. Reviews loan applications, evaluates credit-worthiness of loan applicants and analyzes the investment risk of a loan for the bank. Evaluates risk in different types of securities and advises clients on investments that will yield highest profits.
$73,662 / year median in Kansas
-15% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Review commercial credit requests by examining financial statements, payment performance, business conditions, and broader market factors across domestic and international accounts.
- Analyze information from internal platforms and third-party sources to identify risk exposure and determine overall credit suitability.
- Structure credit recommendations and lending terms that align with company guidelines and acceptable risk levels.
- Approve or decline credit within assigned authority while maintaining strong judgment and accountability for each decision.
- Engage directly with applicants or business partners when additional clarification is needed to support a thorough evaluation.
- Present significant risk considerations, exceptions, or emerging concerns to senior leadership in a clear and actionable manner.
- Manage a portfolio of underwriting work independently, prioritizing deadlines and maintaining accuracy with limited oversight.
- Contribute ideas that improve underwriting efficiency, consistency, and overall process effectiveness.