Commercial Auto Underwriting Director

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Auto Underwriting Director to lead underwriting strategy, risk selection, portfolio profitability, and underwriting operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Commercial Auto Underwriting team.
• Develop underwriting guidelines, risk appetite, and pricing strategies.
• Underwrite complex commercial auto, trucking, and fleet risks.
• Monitor portfolio performance, loss ratios, and profitability.
• Review and approve high-value/complex accounts.
• Partner with Claims, Actuarial, Sales, and senior leadership.
• Mentor and develop underwriting staff.

Requirements

• 10+ years of commercial auto/P&C underwriting experience.
• 5+ years of underwriting management/leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial auto, trucking, fleet, and transportation risks.
• Experience managing underwriting profitability and portfolio performance.
• Strong knowledge of Florida commercial auto market and regulations.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• CPCU, AU, ARM, or similar designation preferred.
• Florida insurance license preferred.