Manager, Underwriting – Pivotal Drive Risk MGA

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead a team of Underwriters to ensure effective risk selection in Commercial Lines while maintaining profitability.

• Articulate the underwriting vision and strategic objectives.

• Oversee team operations and provide mentorship to junior managers and team members.

• Share best practices in risk assessment and align the underwriting strategy with portfolio growth ambitions.

• Evaluate, analyze, and present agency performance metrics.

• Drive profitability and manage risks through the underwriting team to meet business plan profit targets.

• Propose and implement initiatives for business growth.

• Allocate resources effectively and execute changes to enhance strategy implementation.

• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and provide tailored, high-quality service.

• Oversee Commercial Lines projects, product assessments and launches, agency and Underwriter training, and resolution of escalated issues.

• Disseminate underwriting technical knowledge to team members, agents, and regulatory bodies.

• Mentor and coach direct reports, offer constructive feedback, and assist in employee development.

• Anticipate resource requirements and expenses, manage allocated budgets, and track costs.

• Foster a culture of accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity, and enjoyment.

• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of data within the agency management system.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent blend of education and experience.

• A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience.

• In-depth experience in property and casualty insurance underwriting.

• CPCU license required.

• Certificate of General Insurance (INS).

• Associate in Insurance Production (AIP).

• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities.

• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial lines products, underwriting processes and procedures, relevant laws and regulations, as well as strategic planning concepts and terminology.

• Self-driven with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Capacity to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Occasional travel (approximately 15%–20% per year).