Regional Underwriting Director - Contract Surety

About the role

The Regional Underwriting Director is responsible for driving profitability, retention, and written premium goals within the Midwest region. This role involves managing agency relationships, contributing as a technical expert, mentoring less experienced underwriters, and establishing team objectives.

Responsibilities

• Drives profitability, retention, and written premium goals as determined by the department.
• Manages team and/or territory to help achieve departmental goals.
• Makes independent decisions within underwriting letter of authority and maintains proper file documentation.
• Affords assistance in developing annual business goals for assigned agents/producers.
• Analyzes results and maintains accountability of agency partners within the department.
• Maintains awareness of market trends and identifies emerging threats to the department.
• Has an in-depth knowledge of department products and services and can clearly articulate the department’s value proposition.
• May provide input into the development of strategic annual department planning activities.
• Participates in training and initiatives.
• May participate in projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in underwriting preferred.
• Advanced degree is a plus.
• Possesses strong communication and analytical skills to pursue new business and manage a significant renewal book.
• Proficient in software needed to succeed in the department.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Possesses underwriting and industry designations applicable to area of specialization.