Underwriting Manager

The Company is seeking a high-caliber Insurance Manager to join our leadership team. Working side-by-side with our existing Underwriter Manager, you will be responsible for the direct supervision, mentorship, and operational excellence of the Underwriting department staff. This is a "player-coach" role intended for a leader who thrives on team development and process optimization but possesses the deep technical expertise to step into the trenches and "firefight" at the same time. Primary Responsibilities Team Supervision: Partner with the existing Underwriting Supervisor to provide daily leadership to the underwriting staff, ensuring adherence and creating internal productivity standards. Policies and Procedures: Creating and Implementing. Workload Management: Monitor departmental queues and requests; redistribute workloads as necessary to maintain elite service levels across our multi-state footprint. Technical "Firefighting": Act as the co‑primary escalation point for complex underwriting decisions. Provide hands‑on support to the team during peak cycles or system transitions. Performance Mentorship: Conduct regular file audits. Focus on elevating the technical skill set of the staff and ensuring consistent application of underwriting guidelines. Compliance Oversight: Ensure all underwriting actions align with state‑specific regulations. Process Engineering: Collaborate with existing Supervisor to identify bottlenecks in the underwriting workflow and implement "Clear" system improvements together. Requirements & Qualifications Management Experience: Proven track record of managing and developing a team in a fast‑paced environment. Industry Expertise: Strong P&C (Property & Casualty) underwriting experience is mandatory, with a deep understanding of high‑frequency/high‑severity risk profiles. Professional Certification: A CPCU designation is highly desirable. We also strongly encourage candidates who are currently "go-getters" pursuing their CPCU to apply. Analytical Prowess: Ability to interpret complex data and make firm, documented decisions under pressure. Implementation: Prior experience creating and implementing policies and procedures. Leadership Style: A proactive, collaborative spirit. You must be able to share leadership space effectively with the existing Supervisor while maintaining a unified front for the department. Communication Mastery: Exceptional ability to deliver feedback that is firm yet professional, consistent with our high‑performance culture. Education & Experience 4+ years of underwriting experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead capacity. Compensation Competitive Salary: Base salary is aligned with Detroit Metro 2026 benchmarks. #J-18808-Ljbffr