The Jacobson Group
Underwriting Manager - Professional Liability
The Jacobson Group, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Underwriting Manager - Professional Liability
Our client, a professional liability insurance company, is seeking an experienced Underwriting Manager to join their team. This full-time role reports to the VP of Underwriting and Chief Underwriting Officer and is responsible for overseeing and coordinating underwriting operations and policy issuance activities.
Base pay range $120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Assist in the development, implementation, and management of underwriting programs, policies, and guidelines.
Act as a primary contact for underwriting matters with business partners.
Review complex risks and programs to ensure compliance, consistency, and profitability.
Approve, modify, or decline complex or unusual risks, escalating to senior leadership as appropriate.
Evaluate departmental operations and metrics, driving improvements in workflow efficiency.
Negotiate facultative reinsurance agreements and assign underwriting and binding authority.
Collaborate with Compliance and Product Development on policy and endorsement development, including regulatory filings.
Prepare underwriting reports for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
Participate in company strategy development and oversee special projects as needed.
Lead, coach, and evaluate underwriting staff, supporting ongoing training and professional development.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) or equivalent relevant business experience required.
Strong background in directors and officers liability and/or professional liability insurance required.
Indiana resident insurance agent license in property and casualty (including surplus lines), or the ability to obtain licensure promptly; multi-state licensing also required.
Prior supervisory or management experience.
Experience with excess and surplus lines and financial institutions is a plus.
Willingness to travel approximately 5–10%, including occasional overnight or weekend travel.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management
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Base pay range $120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Assist in the development, implementation, and management of underwriting programs, policies, and guidelines.
Act as a primary contact for underwriting matters with business partners.
Review complex risks and programs to ensure compliance, consistency, and profitability.
Approve, modify, or decline complex or unusual risks, escalating to senior leadership as appropriate.
Evaluate departmental operations and metrics, driving improvements in workflow efficiency.
Negotiate facultative reinsurance agreements and assign underwriting and binding authority.
Collaborate with Compliance and Product Development on policy and endorsement development, including regulatory filings.
Prepare underwriting reports for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
Participate in company strategy development and oversee special projects as needed.
Lead, coach, and evaluate underwriting staff, supporting ongoing training and professional development.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) or equivalent relevant business experience required.
Strong background in directors and officers liability and/or professional liability insurance required.
Indiana resident insurance agent license in property and casualty (including surplus lines), or the ability to obtain licensure promptly; multi-state licensing also required.
Prior supervisory or management experience.
Experience with excess and surplus lines and financial institutions is a plus.
Willingness to travel approximately 5–10%, including occasional overnight or weekend travel.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management
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