Senior Director, Underwriting – Portfolio Management

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

📋 Description

• Oversee enterprise portfolio risk management and performance evaluation across various products, distribution channels, and geographic regions.

• Guide the execution and governance of underwriting strategies, including frameworks for pricing, eligibility, and exceptions.

• Utilize advanced analytics and modeling techniques to inform critical underwriting decisions and risk management practices.

• Supervise the creation and implementation of models, forecasts, and simulations.

• Convert intricate analytical concepts into actionable business strategies for reserving, pricing, and risk mitigation.

• Collaborate with Product and Actuarial teams to shape product strategy by assessing the financial and risk impacts of product modifications.

• Create scalable processes, tools, and governance structures to enhance consistency and efficiency.

• Mentor and develop underwriting talent while providing leadership.

• Deliver executive-level reports and insights to senior management.

• Consult with executive leadership to cultivate a high-performing underwriting organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, or a related field.

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in underwriting, portfolio management, product management, risk management, actuarial roles, or related insurance fields.

• At least 4 years of relevant leadership experience.

• Experience managing portfolio performance and profitability across various products, programs, markets, or distribution channels.

• Proven leadership experience with direct people management responsibilities.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive business strategies and operational execution.

• Demonstrated ability to leverage analytics and performance metrics to inform strategic decision-making.

• Extensive understanding of underwriting principles, portfolio management, and risk assessment methodologies.

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including expertise in forecasting, modeling, and trend analysis.

• Capability to interpret complex financial, actuarial, and underwriting data and translate insights into business strategies.

• Ability to balance growth aspirations with profitability and risk management objectives.

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities.

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills at the executive level.

• Proven success in leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing overall organizational outcomes.

• Strong capabilities in people leadership, coaching, and talent development.

• Proficient in navigating ambiguity and making sound decisions in complex business contexts.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Mental health support benefits.

• Employee assistance program.

• Paid time off.

• Paid parental leave.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Cultural observance day.

• Contributions to healthcare accounts.

• Pension plan.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• ProHealth Rewards wellness platform offering cash incentives.

• Annual bonus based on individual and company performance.