Manager, Underwriting
3 weeks ago
Working under minimal supervision, the Underwriting Manager – Commercial Lines is responsible for
managing and supporting the direction of the underwriting department (and loss control) . The role acts as
a leader and mentor within the organization to achieve targeted business results with an emphasis on high
quality customer service.
Qualifications
• Eight years Property and Casualty industry experience.
• Post-secondary education and/or completion of a Property and Casualty Industry Designation
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Expert leadership skills with the ability to motivate and engage high performing teams while
managing change.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to present information or arguments in a convincing
manner.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to select and implement best
solutions.
• Excellent decision-making skills with the ability to provide justification.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information in a convincing manner.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent ability to multi-task and monitor progress to meet deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
Job Responsibilities
• Manage the performance of the portfolio and workflow to meet targeted benchmarks for both short
and long term goals.
• Evaluate economic and industry environment for potential or current impacts to business and
recommend changes working collaboratively with Executive Office.
• Manage team performance through proactive coaching, employee development and performance
appraisals.
• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures and underwriting guidelines.
• Influence the underwriting culture while supporting the company’s risk appetite (and loss control
program).
• Champion the development and implementation of business change.
• Participate and/or lead in the interview process on the hiring of new employees.
• Analyze risk and recommend an informed course of action.
• Participate and contribute to the development of regional strategies, target benchmarks and
business plans.
• Participate, contribute and manage the annual budget including staff forecasting.
• Participate and contribute to the succession planning process.
• Foster positive working relationships with internal and external parties, including other regional
offices and networking at industry events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
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