Vice President of Underwriting

2 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States The Amynta Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Vice President of Underwriting to join our team at The Amynta Group. As a key member of our underwriting team, you will be responsible for producing, underwriting, managing, and retaining profitable business for the company.

Key Responsibilities
  • Underwrite, maintain, and grow the Ambridge portfolio in accordance with the business plan, strategy, authority levels, company policy, and regulatory environment for a specific product and/or line of business.
  • Report directly to the Senior Vice President (SVP) with shared responsibility for the underwriting performance for the respective product line at Ambridge.
  • Plan and implement activities within your team to ensure Ambridge meets its underwriting business objectives.
  • Provide advanced technical expertise with service of new and existing clients through cross-selling opportunities, account development, execution of client requests, and problem-solving in accordance with the objectives and procedures based on Ambridge's core values and standards.
  • Manage the entire underwriting cycle for individual accounts and assist in the preparation of and calculation of underwriting figures for input into the Business Plan.
  • Lead and provide guidance to other team members in the development and successful completion of individual and departmental goals in the open brokerage book; liaise consistently with SVP on progress and performance of other team members.
  • Review evaluations of relevant underwriting and risk information; further communicate findings and analysis to senior management.
  • Initiate pricing discussions on new and renewal accounts; liaise with Actuarial and management to ensure pricing approach is competitive yet profitable.
  • Ensure that business is being carried out within underwriting capacity.
  • Continuously review portfolio for exposures and pricing adjustments.
  • Develop recommendations for changes to portfolio and pricing that align with the overall strategy and risk appetite of the Ambridge.
  • Work with SVP to continually update underwriting philosophy and coverage endorsements to respond to marketplace demands and loss trends.
  • Participate in, debate, and discuss accounts at Peer Review meetings; initiate and develop solutions as issues arise.
  • Identify and raise issues with in-force accounts/risks; using best judgment, liaise with a variety of other disciplines including claims, legal, and/or loss control on issues; recommend solutions to ensure risks are mitigated or referred to management.
  • Advise clients on policy coverages and policy contract wording.
  • Ensure that all submissions are written within regulatory guidelines.
  • Participate in discussions on risks written by other offices within Ambridge.
Requirements
  • Strong technical expertise in underwriting and risk management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of the insurance industry.
What We Offer

The Amynta Group offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced underwriter looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.

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