Underwriting Manager

divh2Underwriting Manager Of East Coast Territory/h2pThe Contract Binding Team within the Excess and Surplus division of IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for Underwriting Manager of our East Coast Territory from our Cheshire, Connecticut; Alpharetta, Georgia; Naperville or Rolling Meadows, Illinois; Raleigh, North Carolina; Jersey City or Newark, New Jersey; Norristown, Pennsylvania; or Virginia Beach, Virginia location./ppReporting to the Vice President of Underwriting, this role will be tasked with maintaining a book of business and oversight of specific Underwriters located in the Midwest and the East coast. This role works a hybrid schedule that requires working from the office Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working Thursday and Friday remotely./ph3Responsibilities:/h3ulliManages the work activities, performance, and professional development of the underwriting department, including leading and supporting a geographically dispersed remote team./liliManage agency relationships and book management./liliCoach underwriting leaders, mentor underwriters, and contribute to the design and delivery of underwriting training programs; travel is required./liliMakes recommendations on underwriting policy and pricing strategy to Business Unit Lead./liliReviews and manages the application of underwriting policy and pricing for all risks./liliDrive key initiatives and business strategies./liliRepresent the organization at key industry events and conduct agency visits./liliPartner with the Product department to develop new products and enhance underwriting approaches./liliWork with the Claims team to review large loss reports and take corrective action when necessary./liliWork with the Actuarial team to review pricing, underwriting results, and portfolio performance./liliCoordinate with the Marketing team to communicate value propositions and underwriting messages to agency partners./liliStay current on state and territory regulatory requirements, industry activity, and market trends./liliLead and participate in projects as assigned./liliPerform other duties as needed./li/ulh3Qualifications:/h3pMust-Have:/pulliBachelors degree in a related field with 5+ years of commercial insurance experience, or equivalent experience./liliEquivalent experience is defined as 9+ years of relevant professional experience./liliSolid understanding of the Property Casualty insurance industry./liliExperience with Excess and Surplus lines underwriting./liliExpertise in underwriting complex or unfamiliar risks./liliAbility to apply loss development and advanced loss analysis concepts to achieve optimal risk pricing./liliAbility to creatively structure coverage features, deductibles, and reinsurance solutions to meet company objectives./liliTo qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment purposes./li/ulpPreferred to Have:/pulliMasters degree in risk management, Finance, Mathematics, or Business./liliProfessional insurance designations such as CPCU, ARM, or AU./liliCompletion of INS 21, 22, and 23, or equivalent coursework./li/ulpCompensation:/ppPlease note, that the annual [gross salary range (hourly rate)] associated with this posting is $72,560 - $157,950. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as a candidates qualifications, skills, competencies, and geographical location related to this specific role. The total compensation will include a base salary, performance-based bonus opportunities, 401(K) match, profit-sharing opportunities, and more./ppTo view details of our full benefits, please visit Insurance Group is the largest private, family-owned property and casualty insurer in the U.S. Insurance Answers Together is how we define IAT, in letter and in spirit. We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers./ppAt IAT, were committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture for all. Our employees propel IAT forward driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth. Thats why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent./ppWe offer comprehensive benefits like:/pulli26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off/lili7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing/liliHybrid work environment/liliNumerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career/liliHealthcare and Wellness Programs/liliOpportunity to earn performance-based bonuses/liliCollege Loan Assistance Support Plan/liliEducational Assistance Program/liliMentorship Program/liliDress for Your Day Policy/li/ulpAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify./p/div