Our client is looking to add a Commercial Lines Middle Market Underwriting Manager to support their continued growth throughout the Southeast region. This person will lead a team of Commercial Lines Middle Market Underwriting Specialists while helping drive profitable growth, underwriting quality, and strong agency relationships throughout the region. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background across Commercial lines along with proven leadership experience within a commercial underwriting environment.
This position is remote for qualified candidates that reside in North Carolina, South Carolina, or Virgina.
• Provide technical guidance and support for the Middle Market P&C division.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of commercial underwriting professionals.
• Oversee underwriting quality, risk selection, pricing, and overall portfolio performance.
• Partner with underwriting staff to achieve profitable growth and production objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with independent agency partners.
• Work closely with senior leadership on regional underwriting strategy and business initiatives.
• Monitor market conditions and identify opportunities for continued growth.
Requirements:
• 7+ years of Commercial Lines underwriting experience.
• Underwriting management/leadership experience required.
• Experience with Commercial Property, Casualty, and Workers’ Compensation business.
• Strong knowledge of the independent agency distribution model.
• Proven ability to coach and develop underwriting professionals.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Industry designations are a plus.
Salary/Benefits:
• $160,000–$200,000+ annual base salary, depending on experience.
• 20-30% annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan.
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