DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced AVP - Southern Territory, Primary Casualty Insurance Underwriting Manager and Team Lead to oversee underwriting operations for our Southern Territory. This leadership role will focus on managing a team of underwriters, driving profitability, and expanding our book of business in the region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in E&S primary casualty underwriting, extensive broker relationships, and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams.
Responsibilities
- Underwriting Leadership: Oversee and manage a team of primary casualty underwriters, ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines and profitability objectives.
- Portfolio Management: Develop and execute underwriting strategies to grow and maintain a profitable book of business in the Southern Territory.
- Broker Relationships: Cultivate and strengthen relationships with wholesale brokers, fostering long-term partnerships and driving new business opportunities.
- Risk Assessment: Evaluate complex risks, set pricing strategies, and ensure appropriate risk selection in accordance with company guidelines.
- Team Development: Mentor and train underwriters, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory developments to identify new opportunities and emerging risks.
- Operational Excellence: Work closely with senior leadership to optimize underwriting processes, improve efficiency, and enhance service standards.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 10+ years of E&S commercial primary casualty underwriting experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong expertise in general liability, products liability, and other primary casualty coverages for high-hazard risks.
- Broker Relationships: Established network of wholesale brokers in the Southern Territory.
- Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience managing, coaching, and developing underwriting teams.
- Analytical & Decision-Making: Strong risk assessment, pricing, and negotiation skills.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute business plans to achieve growth and profitability goals.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in business, finance, insurance, or a related field; CPCU, CIC, or other industry designations are a plus.
Pay range $160,000 - $180,000 + Bonus
Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Professional development opportunities.
Collaborative and entrepreneurial company culture.
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