Commercial Underwriting Assistant Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Directs the underwriting team to foster profitable portfolio expansion and achieve robust business outcomes.

• Makes conclusive decisions on intricate accounts and offers guidance on difficult risks.

• Oversees team workload, performance metrics, and overall portfolio results.

• Ensures that pricing is consistent with the risk quality throughout the portfolio.

• Enforces corporate and regional underwriting standards and processes.

• Monitors agent performance and directs underwriters/agents to accomplish annual targets.

• Executes strategies to enhance profitability and addresses performance deficiencies.

• Provides advice on complex accounts, communication strategies, and agency-related challenges.

• Develops, manages, and strengthens relationships with agencies; revitalizes underperforming partners.

• Educates agents on products, risk appetite, and systems to encourage quality submissions.

• Identifies opportunities and challenges within agency relationships; collaborates with marketing to improve experiences.

• Leads the recruitment, coaching, training, and development of the underwriting team to ensure uniformity and growth.

• Works with regional leadership to roll out underwriting updates and business strategies.

• Manages audits, the Letter of Authority process, and compliance for both new and renewal business.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Six years of experience in commercial lines underwriting or a related field.

• Preferred insurance designations include CPCU and CIC.

• Comprehensive knowledge of underwriting and risk assessment.

• Strong problem-solving abilities.

• Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and social media platforms.

• Capability to manage multiple projects while adhering to deadlines.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to inspire the team.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record according to company standards is required if driving.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Retirement plans.

• Paid time off.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Financial incentives, including a 401(k) plan match, pension plan, and OneEMC bonus plan.

• Comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.