IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for
Underwriting Director - Inland Marine & Property in our
Alpharetta, Georgia location.
We're looking for an experienced Inland Marine & Property Underwriting Director to step into a visible, impact-driven role. This is not a maintenance-only seat. You'll own and grow a book while helping us expand our footprint-bringing ideas, new relationships, and underwriting expertise that move the business forward.
This role works a hybrid schedule that requires working from the office Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working Thursday and Friday remotely.
Responsibilities- Own and actively grow a profitable book of inland marine and property business across the region
- Build and strengthen agency relationships to drive consistent, high-quality new business flow
- Evaluate risks, pricing, and coverage structures using experience and judgment, knowing when to lean in and when to walk away
- Analyze submissions, loss history, exposure changes, and external data to make informed, disciplined underwriting decisions
- Set pricing that reflects the risk, using advanced loss analysis and sound judgment aligned with company strategy
- Structure deals creatively when needed, using coverage features, deductibles, or reinsurance to meet both client and company goals
- Interpret policies and contracts clearly, providing guidance to brokers and internal partners, including claims when questions arise
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior underwriters, supporting their development and strengthening team underwriting capabilities
- Meet in person with distribution partners a minimum of 5 times per month. These visits keep us close to market activity, sharpen our read on emerging trends, and ensure our partners understand where we're focused and why.
- Perform other duties as needed
QualificationsMust-Have:- Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
- 7+ years of inland marine and/or property underwriting experience
- Strong understanding of the insurance marketplace, including inland marine and property products, pricing, and competitive dynamics
- Proven ability to develop broker relationships that support both new and renewal business opportunities
- Confidence in risk selection, pricing, and structuring deals, including the use of deductibles, coverage features, or reinsurance where appropriate
- To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred to Have:- Industry designations CPCU, ARM, or AU
- Master's Degree
- Exposure to loss control or risk engineering-you think beyond the submission and into the actual risk
To view details of our full benefits, please visit https://www.iatinsurancegroup.com/careers/benefits
We offer comprehensive benefits like:
- 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off
- 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
- Hybrid work environment
- Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
- Healthcare and Wellness Programs
- Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
- College Loan Assistance Support Plan
- Educational Assistance Program
- Mentorship Program
- Dress for Your Day Policy
