Sales - Underwriting Manager (Fairfield)

DescriptionMake a difference with a career in insuranceAt The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate that Actions Speak Louder in Person.If you’re ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges, and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow.Build your future with usOur Sales and Marketing department is seeking a seasoned and motivated leader to manage and oversee the team responsible for coordinating book reviews and providing support to insurance agencies. This role will also lead the team of Sales roving field representatives, who are responsible for covering open Sales Field marketing territories. The manager will ensure efficient operational processes, maintain high levels of team performance, and drive initiatives that promote continuous improvement and operational excellence. This position requires strong people leadership, deep industry knowledge, and a strategic mindset to effectively support sales objectives and strengthen agency relationships. This position is based at our Headquarters in Fairfield, Ohio.The pay range for this position is $130,000 - $170,000 annually. The pay determination is based on the applicant’s education, experience, location, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.Be ready to:lead, mentor, and manage a team of book consolidation specialists and Sales roving field representatives, fostering a collaborative and high-performance cultureoversee the planning and execution of book consolidation projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standardsact as the escalation point for complex issues, providing resolution guidance and support to team members and agenciescollaborate with internal stakeholders, including the Customer Care Center, underwriting, Sales, and IT to align on goals and strategiesmonitor team performance and provide regular feedback to drive continuous improvementmaintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices related to book consolidation and agency operationsprepare and deliver detailed reports to senior leadership on consolidation progress, outcomes, and team performanceidentify opportunities for process improvements and spearhead initiatives to optimize operational effectivenesslead training and development programs for team members to enhance their skills and expertiseQualificationsBe equipped with:proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate teams to achieve business objectivesstrong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with a results‑driven mindsetexcellent communication and interpersonal skillsthorough knowledge of insurance industry practices, book consolidation processes, and applicable regulationsBring education and experience from:bachelors degree (required)minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance operations, account management, or a related field (required)prior leadership or people‑management experience (preferred)Enhance your talents Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you’re new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional – all while enjoying a meaningful career. Enjoy benefits and amenities Your commitment to providing strong service, sharing best practices and creating solutions that impact lives is appreciated. To increase the well-being and satisfaction of our associates, we offer a variety of benefits and amenities. Embrace a diverse team As a relationship-based organization, we welcome and value a diverse workforce. We grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status; religion; national origin; age; disability; military service; veteran status; pregnancy; AIDS/HIV or genetic information; or any other basis prohibited by law. All job applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please review this information to learn more about those rights.