Director, Underwriting, Sharing Economy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey.

📋 Description

• Oversee the underwriting processes for the Standard Accounts Sharing Economy business unit.

• Lead and nurture a team of underwriters.

• Underwrite and manage intricate auto liability-centric risks, in addition to associated general liability and excess liability exposures.

• Evaluate new and renewal business, encompassing pricing, structure, terms, conditions, and retentions.

• Act as a resource for complicated coverage, pricing, and underwriting decisions.

• Read, assess, and assist in the development of manuscript forms and tailored policy language.

• Formulate underwriting strategies aimed at fostering profitable growth.

• Collaborate with both retail and wholesale brokers on new and renewal business opportunities.

• Regularly partner with internal teams, including claims, legal, actuarial, and product.

• Assist in creating consistency and clarity in a domain where coverage and pricing are frequently complex and evolving.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of underwriting experience, ideally in commercial casualty, commercial auto, or specialty lines.

• Extensive experience with complex liability risks and non-standard exposures.

• Strong technical coverage expertise, including familiarity with manuscript forms and customized policy wording.

• Background in managing or mentoring underwriters.

• Capability to operate effectively in an environment characterized by ambiguity and changing risk factors.

• Excellent communication, judgment, and decision-making abilities.

• Experience with Transportation Network Company, Delivery Network Company, and Autonomous Vehicle risks is preferred but not mandatory.

• Proficient in underwriting and coverage analysis.

• Ability to interpret and develop manuscript policy language.

• Strong leadership and coaching skills.

• Sound judgment in complex and changing situations.

• Competence in balancing growth, risk selection, and profitability.

• Effective management of broker relationships across both retail and wholesale channels.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.

• Generous 401K employer match.

• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.

• Ample Paid Time Off.

• Health, dental, and vision benefits.

• Wellness programs focused on physical, mental, and financial well-being.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Industry-related certifications and professional training.

• Dynamic, ambitious, fun, and exciting work environment.

• Matching donation program.

• Volunteer opportunities.

• Employee-driven corporate giving program.

• Commitment to equal employment opportunity and an inclusive workplace.