Large Accounts Underwriting Manager

At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together. Location Requirement: Ideal candidate will be located in Charlotte or Valley Forge areas. Essential Functions Enforces Large Account Underwriting team guidelines and procedures for assigned regions. Answers questions, provides recommendations for complex situations, communication strategies, or problematic agency relationships and explains the rationale for recommendations. Monitors team to ensure that underwriters operate within set guidelines, authority limits, rate goals, and service directives while matching price to quality across the book of business. Collaborates with Large Account Leadership to review updates received from Corporate Office Underwriting and communicates changes to team members. Develops and sustains strategic relationships with agents and brokers across the entirety of assigned regional territory. Monitors, cultivates, and prioritizes assigned region’s Large Account pipeline of targeted opportunities to expand and strengthen the overall EMC Large Account portfolio. Proactively assesses the impact of evolving legislation and market dynamics to ensure strategic and compliant decision‑making within diverse territorial contexts. Oversees and monitors assigned Large Accounts Underwriting team and performs expected people leadership duties. Monitors progress of underwriters assigned agents and guides underwriters and agents in achieving annual goals. Engages with regional field leadership and collaborates with underwriters to oversee existing agency relationships while cultivating new partnerships that drive profitability and restore underperforming or low‑growth relationships. Seeks feedback from agents and takes action to improve their experience and grow profitable books of business. Identifies opportunities and potential challenges within agency relationships, ensuring strategic solutions. Partners with sales and marketing to deliver exceptional customer experiences, enhance underwriting responsiveness, and position EMC as the preferred insurer. Performs audits on Large Account new business and renewals for compliance and quality. Occasional travel; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards will be required if driving. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience. Ten years of underwriting experience in the property casualty insurance industry, including at least six years of experience working with large accounts, including composite rating, large deductible, and loss‑sensitive rating plans or related experience. Previous leadership or management experience preferred. Insurance designations, such as CPCU, are preferred. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Excellent knowledge of countrywide underwriting techniques, terminology, policies, and forms, along with underwriting risk analysis. Excellent underwriting judgment and decision‑making skills. Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions. Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media. Strong ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively before groups. Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate a team. Ability to effectively communicate products, procedures, business planning and system information. Exceptional customer service skills. Salary Range The hiring salary range for this position will vary based on geographic location, falling within either of the following: $121,263 - $174,253 or $134,038 - $191,687. Benefits Team Members receive as part of a comprehensive rewards package. For more information, please visit Equal Employment Opportunity Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination due to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, active military status, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All of our locations are tobacco free including in company vehicles. California Residents - California Consumer Privacy Notice: (EMCC) – California Consumer Privacy Notice (EMCNL) - California Consumer Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr EMC Insurance