Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Investment underwriters work for banks and other financial institutions, serving as the liaison between the corporate issuers of securities and private equity investment clients. They research the terms of securities and make sure they are acceptable for corporations that need the funds, then they find investors to invest resources based on these terms. Underwriters also negotiate and structure the terms for acquisitions and mergers. There are 128,760 financial specialists, including investment underwriters, employed in the United States, according to the Department of Labor.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Conventional
Enterprising
Problem-Solving
Career Ladder
Department Head or Manager
Senior Investment Underwriter
Investment Underwriter
Junior Investment Underwriter
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