AVP, Inland Marine & Property Production Underwriter – Midwest Region

Responsibilities

• Own and actively grow a profitable book of inland marine and property business across the Midwest region.
• Build and strengthen agency relationships to drive consistent, high‑quality new business flow.
• Evaluate risks, pricing, and coverage structures using experience and judgment, knowing when to lean in and when to walk away.
• Analyze submissions, loss history, exposure changes, and external data to make informed, disciplined underwriting decisions.
• Set pricing that reflects the risk, using advanced loss analysis and sound judgment aligned with company strategy.
• Structure deals creatively when needed, using coverage features, deductibles, or reinsurance to meet both client and company goals.
• Interpret policies and contracts clearly, providing guidance to brokers and internal partners, including claims when questions arise.
• Meet in person with distribution partners a minimum of five times per month to stay close to market activity and emerging trends.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 9+ years of inland marine and/or property underwriting experience.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and providing guidance to underwriters.
• Strong understanding of the insurance marketplace, including inland marine and property products, pricing, and competitive dynamics.
• Proven ability to develop broker relationships that support both new and renewal business opportunities.
• Confidence in risk selection, pricing, and structuring deals, including the use of deductibles, coverage features, or reinsurance where appropriate.
• Authorization to work in the United States without requiring future VISA sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry designations such as CPCU, ARM, or AU.
• Master’s degree.
• Exposure to loss control or risk engineering.

Pay

The annual gross salary range for this position is $97,880 – $213,030. Actual compensation will vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, and geographic location. Total compensation includes a base salary, performance‑based bonus opportunities, 401(k) match, profit‑sharing opportunities, and more.

Schedule

This role follows a hybrid schedule: work from the office Monday through Wednesday, with the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits are offered, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and additional perks. Full details can be viewed at IAT Insurance Group Benefits.