Underwriting Manager, Personal Lines
Location:
Houston, TX
Mode:
Hybrid
Responsibilities
Oversee the evaluation, classification, and rating of risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing
Implement underwriting policies under the direction of the Managing Director and ensure compliance with these policies
Be accountable for producing business in the assigned territories
Underwrite new and renewal business
Be technologically savvy and data driven. Develop those capabilities in their team
Monitor critical areas, such as loss ratio, costs, retention ratio and new business hit ratio, formulating corrective action where necessary
Work to become expert in classes of business.
Mentor and train underwriters and associates
Participate in national and local advertising, telemarketing and agency visits
Assist with the development of strategic plans
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 3 years of experience as a sales team leader including direct management experience
Minimum 5 years of multi-line underwriting/production experience, excess & surplus experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead, influence and motivate a team
Ability to develop and manage strong relations with clients, carriers and third parties
Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing
Proven organization skills and ability with a strong attention to detail
Flexible and hybrid work options
Health benefits & 401K with employer match
Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and volunteer time off
Employer paid professional development, including continuing education courses, designations, certification, and licenses
Opportunities for career advancement
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Production and Other
Industries Insurance
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Houston, TX
Mode:
Hybrid
Responsibilities
Oversee the evaluation, classification, and rating of risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing
Implement underwriting policies under the direction of the Managing Director and ensure compliance with these policies
Be accountable for producing business in the assigned territories
Underwrite new and renewal business
Be technologically savvy and data driven. Develop those capabilities in their team
Monitor critical areas, such as loss ratio, costs, retention ratio and new business hit ratio, formulating corrective action where necessary
Work to become expert in classes of business.
Mentor and train underwriters and associates
Participate in national and local advertising, telemarketing and agency visits
Assist with the development of strategic plans
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 3 years of experience as a sales team leader including direct management experience
Minimum 5 years of multi-line underwriting/production experience, excess & surplus experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead, influence and motivate a team
Ability to develop and manage strong relations with clients, carriers and third parties
Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing
Proven organization skills and ability with a strong attention to detail
Flexible and hybrid work options
Health benefits & 401K with employer match
Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and volunteer time off
Employer paid professional development, including continuing education courses, designations, certification, and licenses
Opportunities for career advancement
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Production and Other
Industries Insurance
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