USAA

P&C Regional Portfolio Underwriting Director

USAA$127K — $243K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Analytics, or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • 8 years of progressive experience in Property & Casualty underwriting, product management, pricing, or portfolio management.
  • Strong knowledge of underwriting fundamentals, industry practices, market trends, and regulatory requirements.
  • Analytical mindset to interpret data, models, and trends to inform business decisions.
  • Ability to convert analytical data into actionable recommendations.
  • Experience collaborating and influencing across multiple stakeholders and functions.
  • Familiarity with USAA underwriting systems and analytic platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Drive underwriting strategy and portfolio performance across designated regions.
  • Monitor and evaluate the book of business, identifying risk shifts and adverse selection early on.
  • Lead targeted underwriting actions to improve profitability and member experience.
  • Collaborate with state management teams to align on market conditions and business objectives.
  • Implement state-specific underwriting actions balancing growth and risk management.
  • Work with pricing and product management teams to ensure underwriting aligns with business impacts.
  • Assist in developing underwriting guidelines and monitoring financial management within the portfolio.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) and pension plans.
  • Life insurance and parental benefits.
  • Adoption assistance and competitive paid time off policy.
  • 16 paid volunteer hours and wellness programs.
  • Career path planning and continuing education support.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated P&C Regional Portfolio Underwriting Director.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position must be based in our San Antonio, TX; Plano, TX; Phoenix, AZ; Colorado Springs, CO; Chesapeake, VA or Tampa, FL offices. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:

The P&C Regional Portfolio Underwriting Director is responsible for driving underwriting strategy, portfolio performance, and risk selection across assigned geographic regions. Collaborates with state management, pricing, product, capital management, compliance, and underwriting operations to implement underwriting actions that optimize profitability, mitigate adverse selection, and enhance long term member value. This role will be responsible for data driven decision making, leveraging a strong working knowledge of product management fundamentals and the ability to influence outcomes across diverse business partners.

  • Monitors the book of business in assigned region, including new and inforce business mix, risk attributes, and channel patterns, enabling early identification of adverse selection or shifts in risk quality.
  • Evaluates modeled results and portfolio risk drivers across the book of business understanding the underlying loss expectations, drivers of severity/frequency, and modeled financial impacts for assigned states.
  • Recommends and leads the implementation of targeted underwriting action to support improvements in profitability, retention, lifetime value, and member experience.
  • Partners with regional state management teams to understand market conditions, state strategies, and business objectives.
  • Recommends state specific underwriting actions that balance growth, risk, and member experience.
  • Collaborates with pricing, product management, compliance, and capital management to ensure alignment on underwriting recommendations and business impacts.
  • Partners with the Underwriting Strategy & Capabilities team to identify and prioritize future capability needs, analytic enhancements, automation opportunities, and rule refinements.
  • Supports the development or refinement of underwriting guidelines, eligibility criteria, and referral frameworks.
  • Assists in managing portfolio expenses by monitoring effective financial and resource management of assigned portfolio.
  • Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.


What you have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Analytics, or a related field; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
  • 8 years of progressive Property & Casualty underwriting, product management, pricing, or portfolio management.
  • Proven ability to apply comprehensive knowledge of underwriting fundamentals, industry practices, market trends, and regulatory requirements to effectively manage risk selection, pricing, and product performance.
  • Demonstrated analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, models, and trends to influence business decisions.
  • Ability to translate analytic findings into actionable recommendations.
  • Proven ability to collaborate and influence across multiple stakeholders and functions.
  • Experience with business mix analysis and using data to tell a story.
  • Working knowledge of USAA underwriting systems, segmentation tools, or analytic platforms.
  • Demonstrated experience developing or applying underwriting guidelines, segmentation strategies, or rule frameworks.


What sets you apart:

  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data and translate modeled outputs into actionable insights
  • Experience applying product management principles-such as balancing growth, profitability, and customer experience-to underwriting or insurance products, including influencing product design and underwriting guidelines
  • Track record of successfully leading cross-functional initiatives by influencing stakeholders to implement strategic changes and drive measurable outcomes
  • Proven ability to connect macro-level market insights and state-specific conditions to tactical underwriting actions


USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $127,310-$243,340.

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

About USAA

United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) was incorporated on March 2, 1989 in Miami Gardens, FL to provide a high quality and low cost insurance product to the non-standard automobile insurance market. The company is family owned and it is one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance companies in the United States.UAIC has a world class information technology department. Their web technology is rated year after year as the easiest to use and most dependable by our agents.

USAA Careers

Joining USAA means becoming part of a family that welcomes diversity and is built on a culture of service and innovation. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional service to our members, and we are always looking for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team. Whether you're starting your career or looking to grow professionally, USAA offers a range of job opportunities across various fields. Work You'll Do At USAA, we offer more than just jobs; we offer careers that make a difference. With a variety of positions available, from customer service to IT, you can find the perfect fit for your skills and interests. Our commitment to professional growth means we support your journey through leadership development programs, professional networking opportunities, and diverse career paths. USAA's commitment to innovation and leadership in the financial services industry makes it the ideal place to advance your career. We empower our employees to lead projects and initiatives that transform our services and operations. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a USAA internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and a chance to see what a career at USAA really looks like. Interns at USAA gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals on real projects that affect our members' lives. Benefits and Culture USAA recognizes that job satisfaction extends beyond the office. That's why we offer competitive benefits packages that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include comprehensive health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Moreover, our inclusive culture is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to diversity training and creating an environment where all employees can thrive. USAA's culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the employment opportunities at USAA today. We are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to make a difference. Check out our open positions, tailor your resume, and prepare for an interview where you can showcase your unique skills. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work at USAA. Subscribe to our careers blog and personalize your subscription to receive job alerts and the latest news tailored to your preferences. Discover the rewarding career opportunities awaiting you at USAA. Join a company that values leadership, innovation, and commitment to service. Start your journey with USAA today, where your future is waiting to be written.
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