Underwriting Auditor

POSITION: Underwriting Auditor Lead the refinement and ongoing management of the Quality Underwriting Assurance Program, including protocols, reporting templates, procedures, and annual review schedules

Independently and objectively assess underwriter adherence to documented underwriting guidelines, including authority levels, pricing strategies, terms and conditions, processes, and file documentation

Perform underwriting reviews across Primary Casualty, Excess Casualty, Inland Marine, Bind Property & Casualty, and Garage product lines

Evaluate underwriting judgment related to risk selection, risk assessment, risk mitigation, rate development, pricing decisions, and coverage terms

Partner with the Chief Underwriting Officer and Underwriting Management to provide feedback, recommendations, and identify training opportunities

Assist in the development and delivery of training materials to address gaps identified during underwriting audits

Participate in strategic initiatives, special projects, and underwriting improvement efforts

Communicate recommendations for procedural, system, and control enhancements to underwriting leadership

Collaborate with Underwriting, Claims, Product Development, Actuarial, and other related functions to strengthen internal controls and underwriting governance

Perform underwriting analytics, including trend analysis, loss ratios, expense ratios, portfolio demographics, compliance findings, and historical vs. current underwriting practices

POSITION SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE

* This role conducts comprehensive underwriting quality reviews, identifies trends through audits, and partners closely with Underwriting leadership to implement process improvements. The position also supports the compilation and presentation of quality assurance results for executive leadership, including the Chief Underwriting Officer, senior management, and the Board.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Strong working knowledge of commercial property and casualty product lines, including excess and surplus lines

Deep understanding of underwriting principles, policies, procedures, and internal controls

Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

High attention to detail with strong organizational and planning skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines

Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, SharePoint) and willingness to learn new underwriting systems

Ability to become proficient in all underwriting and operational systems relevant to the role

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Minimum of 15 years of property and casualty underwriting experience

Extensive experience in commercial non-admitted (excess and surplus lines) underwriting

Professional designations such as CPCU or other recognized industry certifications strongly preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Primarily office-based role in a climate-controlled environment with minimal physical exertion

Hybrid work arrangement requiring in-office presence at least three (3) days per week

Requires prolonged sitting, extensive computer use, and frequent interaction with others both in person and virtually

Occasional travel required based on business needs

BENEFITS

The organization offers competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, paid time off, disability coverage, life insurance, parental leave, and additional wellness and benefit programs.

Salary Range

$140,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annually (DOE)

I look forward to connecting with you - please send a resume to me directly or apply here, include the title of the job in the subject line.

Jennifer Thompson

Senior Director - gpac Insurance

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Email: gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.