VP, Middle Market Solutions

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

📋 Description

• Oversee a team of underwriting specialists responsible for managing both new and renewal business portfolios.

• Mentor and nurture team members to effectively underwrite and oversee their portfolios for profitability.

• Lead discussions regarding pricing, terms, and conditions, taking into account risk quality and historical loss experience.

• Cultivate and maintain broker relationships within the designated territory.

• Enhance training initiatives provided by the Chief Underwriting Office.

• Administer underwriting referrals within the scope of delegated authority.

• Identify and recruit new employees as necessary.

• Manage team performance and foster the development of their skills.

• Collaborate with retail brokers to attract and retain Middle Market Property and Casualty accounts.

• Build connections with brokers, insured parties, Operations, Engineering, and Claims teams.

• Represent Arch Underwriters, Inc. in a positive and professional manner.

• Inspire team members to gain expertise in package underwriting.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree, ideally in Business, Economics, or Legal studies.

• A minimum of ten years of underwriting experience in middle market or large commercial casualty underwriting business.

• Ensure that underwriting decisions align with the governance framework, including underwriting authority, pricing tools, and Department of Insurance regulations.

• Stay informed about evolving market conditions.

• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate ideas and messages, both in writing and verbally.

• Capability to persuade and inspire others.

• Proficient in effectively leading teams and delegating responsibilities while holding individuals accountable.

• Required knowledge and skills to utilize pricing tools and underwriting authority effectively.

🏝️ Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options along with dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Competitive 401k plan with generous matching contributions.

• Paid time off starting at 20 days per year.

• Up to 12 paid company holidays each year.

• 2 paid days designated for Volunteer Time Off.

• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance coverage.

• Short and Long-Term Disability benefits.

• Paid Parental Leave for up to 10 weeks.

• Assistance with student loans.

• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Backup Child and Elder Care services.