Vice President of Underwriting

Job Summary

Leading a team of underwriting professionals, the full-time Vice President of Underwriting will oversee technical underwriting and account management for Middle Market Property and Casualty accounts in the Real Estate, Hospitality, Manufacturing, and Healthcare industries while collaborating with retail brokers to attract and retain business.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of new and renewal business in alignment with profitability goals
• Mentor team members in underwriting practices and negotiate pricing and terms
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and ensure effective team performance management

Required qualifications:

• Four-year college degree, preferably in Business, Economics, or Legal
• Ten years of prior underwriting experience in middle market or large commercial casualty business
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong technical knowledge of underwriting practices and pricing tools
• Experience in building relationships with brokers and clients in the insurance industry