How much does an Associate Underwriter make in the United States? The average Associate Underwriter salary in the United States is $91,267 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $81,253 and $104,886. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Associate Underwriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $72,135 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $81,253 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $91,267 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $104,886 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $117,285 US March 26, 2024
25% $81,253 10% $72,135 90% $117,285 75% $104,886 $91,267 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. - Chicago , IL
Zurich is currently looking for an Associate Middle Markets Underwriting Manager to support our production underwriting team! We are looking for talent to work out of our Chicago office. While this position will be based out of our Chicago office, you will have the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office one day a week for a team collaboration day. Middle Markets is a key business segment within Zurich and we are focused on attracting top customer advocates who possess a sales mindset, strong technical underwriting skills and solution focused problem-solving abilities. Our industry focus includes (not limited to) Financial Institutions, General Industries, Manufacturing, Technology, and Real Estate. Zurich Middle Markets offers end
- 1 day ago
Burns & Wilcox - Sacramento , CA
When someone needs insurance coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to Burns & Wilcox. Our Associate Underwriters directly service a book of business under the supervision of an Underwriter, offering the opportunity to learn the specialty insurance business and career advancements into an Underwriter role. We have an office in Roseville and are a hybrid work environment. Interested? Join our team! Service a book of business under the direct supervision of an underwriter Log applications, prepare binders, and process policies and endorsements Bind risk, post the invoice, and process technical data Screen renewal applications and send out renewal letters; perform some of the underwriting and prepare quotes for underwriter approval Assist with new business development Order and follow up on inspections and handle endorsement requests and referrals for the underwriter Manage relationships with retail agents and follow up on any outstanding information needed
- 1 day ago
Burns & Wilcox - San Francisco , CA
When someone needs insurance coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to Burns & Wilcox. Our Associate Underwriters directly service a book of business under the supervision of an Underwriter, offering the opportunity to learn the specialty insurance business and career advancements into an Underwriter role. We have an office in San Francisco and are a hybrid work environment. Interested? Join our team! Service a book of business under the direct supervision of an underwriter Log applications, prepare binders, and process policies and endorsements Bind risk, post the invoice, and process technical data Screen renewal applications and send out renewal letters; perform some of the underwriting and prepare quotes for underwriter approval Assist with new business development Order and follow up on inspections and handle endorsement requests and referrals for the underwriter Manage relationships with retail agents and follow up on any outstanding information ne
- 1 day ago
Moreton & Company - Boise , ID
SUMMARY Provide underwriting, reporting, database management and technical consulting for all new and existing employee benefit accounts with 100 + employees. Evaluate health plans, funding arrangements and financial models. Apply new techniques and methodologies to meet underwriting goals. Make data driven financially sound decisions based on benefit models and structures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITES Firm knowledge of underwriting principles and methodologies Attend monthly Benefit Meetings to report on underwriting and procedures. Develop and maintain infrastructure needed to support the underwriting, reporting and database management. Complete annual analytical client plan analysis Provide clients with underwriting reports regarding claims, premiums, trends and enrollment experience. Analyze experience of accounts to ensure future plan costs and review prices for accuracy and fairness. Negotiate renewal premiums as needed. Develop customized pricing, valuation models and g
- 1 day ago
Burns & Wilcox - Fresno , CA
When someone needs insurance coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to Burns & Wilcox. Our Associate Underwriters directly service a book of business under the supervision of an Underwriter, offering the opportunity to learn the specialty insurance business and career advancements into an Underwriter role. Interested? Join our team! Responsibilities: Service a book of business under the direct supervision of an underwriter Log applications, prepare binders, and process policies and endorsements Bind risk, post the invoice, and process technical data Screen renewal applications and send out renewal letters; perform some of the underwriting and prepare quotes for underwriter approval Assist with new business development Order and follow up on inspections and handle endorsement requests and referrals for the underwriter Manage relationships with retail agents and follow up on any outstanding information needed to complete the underwriting file Qualification
- 2 days ago
Burns & Wilcox - Fresno , CA
When someone needs insurance coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to Burns & Wilcox. Our Associate Underwriters directly service a book of business under the supervision of an Underwriter, offering the opportunity to learn the specialty insurance business and career advancements into an Underwriter role. Interested? Join our team! Responsibilities: Service a book of business under the direct supervision of an underwriter Log applications, prepare binders, and process policies and endorsements Bind risk, post the invoice, and process technical data Screen renewal applications and send out renewal letters; perform some of the underwriting and prepare quotes for underwriter approval Assist with new business development Order and follow up on inspections and handle endorsement requests and referrals for the underwriter Manage relationships with retail agents and follow up on any outstanding information needed to complete the underwriting file Qualification
- 2 days ago

Career Path for this job

  1. Down a level:

    Underwriter II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Associate Underwriter

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Underwriter IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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