Underwriting Manager

Join an innovative Commercial Excess and Surplus lines insurance provider known for exceptional specialty products. They offer a dynamic, growth-focused environment with a diverse, talented team, fostering a positive company culture and profitable business model. If you seek an entrepreneurial, employee-centric workplace with opportunities for advancement and great benefits, this could be the place for you

About the Role:

The Underwriting Manager will oversee the company’s middle-market production team in the Central and Mountain states, ensuring they meet production targets and adhere to underwriting guidelines. They will guide their team to achieve profit and loss goals while mentoring and coaching them in surplus lines underwriting, sales skills, and retail agency management with a goal of seeking out and securing opportunities to quote and bind profitable surplus lines business.

LOCATION: Candidates must reside in Texas preferably or within the Central US

The Ideal Candidate:

• BS/BA in business, finance, or marketing preferred
• 10+ years’ experience in Property & Casualty insurance
• Commercial Excess & Surplus lines background REQUIRED.
• General Liability experience and Property a plus.
• Residential Property & Casualty and Surplus Line Licenses (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment)
• Established relationships with retail agents
• Excellent business and financial acumen
• Effective influencer and collaborator
• Proven relationship-building skills
• Skilled in managing multiple projects
• Advanced insurance knowledge and problem-solving ability

What You'll Receive:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, life insurance, and LTD
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous PTO and flexible hours for work/life balance
• A dynamic and diverse team environment
• Ample opportunities for career growth and development