Nationwide
Technical Director, Underwriting Performance - Commercial and E&S/Specialty (Com
Nationwide, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Technical Director, Underwriting Performance - Commercial and E&S/Specialty (Commercial Auto)
Overview: If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most and innovating and simplifying processes to provide the best customer value, Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you. The role is part of the Center of Excellence and collaborates with Nationwide’s Excess and Surplus/Specialty (ESS) and Commercial Lines Value chains. It is open to remote or hybrid work, depending on location. Familiarity with both standard commercial lines and excess and surplus lines is preferred. Key Responsibilities
Leads the development of strategy and direction for the assigned product(s) and drives initiatives to meet profitability objectives; reinforces understanding, communication and execution of product/underwriting strategy. Provides technical assistance and support to state/regional underwriting and services leadership; maintains relationships with new entities, access points and distribution channels requiring product/underwriting staff support. Manages projects for assigned profitability initiatives and ensures adherence to the formal project management process for high-priority projects. Serves on various committees, project teams and industry boards as assigned. Ensures product functional audits, training, vendor management, employee development, competitive monitoring, systems, and liaison to other business units. Identifies market trends, publishes insights, and understands market dynamics; defines performance indicators, account segmentation and key account characteristics that drive performance. Sets and administers levels of authority for the assigned line of business. Qualifications and Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree or post-graduate studies preferred. License/Designation/Certification: Relevant professional designation such as CPCU highly desirable. Experience: Typically 10 years of property and casualty underwriting (personal and/or commercial), including at least five years of management experience. Exposure to both field and staff office operations preferred. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Proven knowledge of property/casualty products, insurance company operations, project management, and the ability to drive results, handle ambiguity, communicate with upper management, and lead staff, committees and project participants in underwriting activities. Reporting Relationships
Reports to Staff Vice President or Officer and leads a team of up to three underwriting professionals. Job Conditions and Benefits
Overtime eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt). Working conditions: Normal office environment with frequent travel may be required. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, holidays, 401(k) with company match, and more. See full job posting for details. Additional Information
We currently anticipate accepting applications until 09/18/2025; postings may close earlier if a strong candidate slate is identified. Equal Opportunity
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Location
This position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states.
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Overview: If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most and innovating and simplifying processes to provide the best customer value, Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you. The role is part of the Center of Excellence and collaborates with Nationwide’s Excess and Surplus/Specialty (ESS) and Commercial Lines Value chains. It is open to remote or hybrid work, depending on location. Familiarity with both standard commercial lines and excess and surplus lines is preferred. Key Responsibilities
Leads the development of strategy and direction for the assigned product(s) and drives initiatives to meet profitability objectives; reinforces understanding, communication and execution of product/underwriting strategy. Provides technical assistance and support to state/regional underwriting and services leadership; maintains relationships with new entities, access points and distribution channels requiring product/underwriting staff support. Manages projects for assigned profitability initiatives and ensures adherence to the formal project management process for high-priority projects. Serves on various committees, project teams and industry boards as assigned. Ensures product functional audits, training, vendor management, employee development, competitive monitoring, systems, and liaison to other business units. Identifies market trends, publishes insights, and understands market dynamics; defines performance indicators, account segmentation and key account characteristics that drive performance. Sets and administers levels of authority for the assigned line of business. Qualifications and Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree or post-graduate studies preferred. License/Designation/Certification: Relevant professional designation such as CPCU highly desirable. Experience: Typically 10 years of property and casualty underwriting (personal and/or commercial), including at least five years of management experience. Exposure to both field and staff office operations preferred. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Proven knowledge of property/casualty products, insurance company operations, project management, and the ability to drive results, handle ambiguity, communicate with upper management, and lead staff, committees and project participants in underwriting activities. Reporting Relationships
Reports to Staff Vice President or Officer and leads a team of up to three underwriting professionals. Job Conditions and Benefits
Overtime eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt). Working conditions: Normal office environment with frequent travel may be required. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, holidays, 401(k) with company match, and more. See full job posting for details. Additional Information
We currently anticipate accepting applications until 09/18/2025; postings may close earlier if a strong candidate slate is identified. Equal Opportunity
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Location
This position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states.
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