We are looking for an Underwriting Manager to join our AgriBusiness division in our Cincinnati, OH office.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing Underwriting team operations, optimizing workflows and ensuring high productivity.
• Responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans for the Underwriting team to ensure alignment with business goals and objectives.
• Evaluates the quality and volume of underwritten risksand prepares detailed reports to communicate findings.
• Cultivates and leverages strategic relationshipswith internal and external stakeholders to drive and sustain profitable growth.
• Ensures meticulous documentation of underwriting decisionsand maintains compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
• Leads the assessment of policy renewals and modifications, identifying strategic improvements and risk mitigation opportunities.
• Oversees the delivery of exceptional customer service. Develops and monitors management reports on service levels, activities, and customer experiences, and implements strategic improvements as necessary.
• Manages and updates underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Risk Management and Insurance, Animal Science, or Agricultural Business, Liberal Arts or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Generally, a minimum of 9 years of underwriting experience or a related field, including a minimum of 3 years of leadership experience.
• Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS) or Associate of Risk Management (ARM), or a marketing designation.
• Typically manages 2 or more reports. Implements policies, procedures, and strategies under the direction of management.
• Allocates resources efficiently and sets realistic timelines.
• Participates in annual planning and goal-setting. Ensures that the team meets performance targets.
• Responsible for performance and coaching of staff and decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management. Ensures new members of the team receive proper training and meet performance targets.
• Background or familiarity with equestrian events and equine farms a plus.

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Benefits:

We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.

Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.