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Applied Underwriters

Chief Actuary

New York, NY · On-site +1

$191K/yr

... quartile insurance entrepreneurs. Verist Inc. seeks Chief Actuary in New York, NY to set strategy for the long-term sustainability and profitability of the Managing General Underwriter (MGU)

Arrowhead Programs

Senior Underwriter

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$90K - $106K/yr

... managing general underwriters, united by a commitment to delivering one of the most diverse portfolios of niche insurance solutions in the industry. It takes a range of strengths and perspectives to ...

SageSure

Commercial Underwriter

Cheshire, CT · On-site

Named among the Best Places to Work in Insurance by Business Insurance for four years in a row (2020-2023), SageSure is one of the largest managing general underwriters (MGU) focused on catastrophe ...

AXIS Capital

Specialty A&H Underwriter

New York, NY · On-site

... insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk ... AXIS Specialty A&H works with various Managing General Underwriters (MGUs) and Program Managers ...

AXIS Capital

Specialty A&H Underwriter

Red Bank, NJ · On-site

... insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk ... AXIS Specialty A&H works with various Managing General Underwriters (MGUs) and Program Managers ...

Axis Capital

Specialty A&H Underwriter

Chicago, IL · On-site

... insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk ... AXIS Specialty A&H works with various Managing General Underwriters (MGUs) and Program Managers ...

AXIS Capital

Specialty A&H Underwriter

Princeton, NJ · On-site

... insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk ... AXIS Specialty A&H works with various Managing General Underwriters (MGUs) and Program Managers ...

AXIS Capital

Specialty A&H Underwriter

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

... insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk ... AXIS Specialty A&H works with various Managing General Underwriters (MGUs) and Program Managers ...

AXIS Capital

Specialty A&H Underwriter

Chicago, IL · On-site

... insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk ... AXIS Specialty A&H works with various Managing General Underwriters (MGUs) and Program Managers ...

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How much do insurance managing general underwriter jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for insurance managing general underwriter in the United States is $78,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,000.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Insurance Managing General Underwriter vs Insurance Underwriter?

AspectInsurance Managing General UnderwriterInsurance Underwriter
CredentialsTypically requires relevant insurance licenses, underwriting experience, and sometimes advanced certificationsRequires similar licenses and underwriting experience, but less likely to need advanced certifications
Work EnvironmentWorks closely with brokers, agents, and senior management; involved in policy approval and risk assessmentFocuses on evaluating individual risks, reviewing applications, and determining policy terms
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by insurance carriers, managing large portfolios and delegated authorityEmployed across insurance companies, primarily handling individual risk assessments

In summary, an Insurance Managing General Underwriter oversees broader underwriting operations and manages delegated authority, while an Insurance Underwriter focuses on evaluating specific risks and issuing policies. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What does an Insurance Managing General Underwriter do?

An Insurance Managing General Underwriter (MGU) evaluates and approves insurance applications, sets underwriting guidelines, and manages risk for specific insurance products. They often oversee underwriting teams, analyze data, and ensure policies comply with company standards, using tools like underwriting software and risk assessment models.

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Infographic showing various Insurance Managing General Underwriter job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,878 per year, or $37.9 per hour.

Chief Actuary

New York, NY • On-site, Remote

Applied Underwriters
Insurance Services • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$191K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

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6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

United Risk is a global property and casualty insurance underwriting and distribution platform with deep worldwide technical resources, large underwriting capacity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. A performance outlier for over three decades, United Risk is a magnet for top-tier talent and has become the global choice of top quartile insurance entrepreneurs.
 
Verist Inc. seeks Chief Actuary in New York, NY to set strategy for the long-term sustainability and profitability of the Managing General Underwriter (MGU).
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Mathematics, Actuarial Science or related quantitative related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the job offered or a related occupation: building pricing models for multiple commercial insurance lines including general liability, commercial auto, workers compensation, umbrella and commercial property for the US market. 
  • Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policy. When not telecommuting, must report to work site. 
  • Must have attained the Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS) designation. 
  • Membership in the American Academy of Actuaries (AAA).
Our Benefits Include:
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees.
  • 401(k) plan with 100% immediate vesting and a 4% company match.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • Life, disability, critical illness and accident insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for health, dependent care, and commuter-related expenses.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Fitness reimbursement and various additional quality-of-life benefits.
$191,942 - $191,942 a year
United Risk is independently owned and operated by its practice partners and is affiliated with Applied Underwriters through its common and powerful brand identity.
 
 
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