In a typical work setting, insurance underwriters:

Interpersonal Relationships

• Have a medium level of social contact. They regularly interact with agents and policy holders but also spend time processing paperwork.
• Communicate with agents, supervisors, and policy holders by telephone, email, and in person on a daily basis.
• Often work in a group or as part of a team.
• Are sometimes placed in conflict situations in which others may be rude or angry.

Physical Work Conditions

• Usually work indoors. They may on occasion be called to look at a property.
• May share the same office space with other employees.

Work Performance

• Must be sure their work is exact.
• Make decisions that affect policy holders on a weekly basis. They rarely consult a supervisor before deciding a course of action, such as settling a claim.
• Set most of their daily tasks and priorities without talking to a supervisor first.
• Abide by strict daily deadlines.
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• Repeat the same mental tasks.

Hours/Travel

• Usually work a standard 40-hour week, but may work longer hours.
• May travel to out-of-town company meetings.