AVP, Underwriting Special Risk A&H

Crum & Forster • Eatontown, NJ

14d • Remote

About The Position

This senior-level position is part of the Accident & Health (A&H) Strategic Business Unit (SBU), specifically within the Special Risk team—a group focused on delivering tailored insurance solutions to a broad range of niche markets. The A&H Special Risk team manages a diverse and evolving portfolio of programs through partnerships with Managing General Underwriters (MGUs), Third Party Administrators (TPAs), and other key producers.

As an AVP, Underwriting Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping the profitability, direction, and growth of the book. With a high degree of autonomy, you will be responsible for the strategic evaluation, selection, and management of complex risks, while serving as a key decision-maker on underwriting and program structure. You will lead high-level negotiations, provide oversight on reinsurance placements with Crum & Forster for other carriers, and offer guidance on technical underwriting matters across multiple specialty lines.

In addition to cultivating strong relationships with MGUs, producers, and internal stakeholders, you will help drive operational efficiency and innovation across the business. You will lead the onboarding of new MGA and TPA partners across multiple chassis and serve as a mentor and technical resource to junior team members. This role requires a forward-thinking, solution-oriented professional with deep market knowledge, proven underwriting acumen, and the ability to influence strategy and outcomes at both the account and portfolio levels.

Requirements

• Possess strong problem-solving skills
• Strong risk management and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact with brokers, producers and clients
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible and open to an ever changing, fast paced environment
• Proven leadership ability
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task with an emphasis on quality and customer service
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of underwriting experience required
• Previous leadership experience
• Underwrite submissions of quotes that may be applicable to the travel, travel medical and blanket accident business segments
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Travel required, 15-20%
• Proficient in software needed to succeed in department

Nice To Haves

• Possesses underwriting and industry designations applicable to SBU desired

Responsibilities

• Meet profitability, retention, and written premium goals determined by the department
• Make independent decisions within underwriting letter of authority and maintain proper file documentation
• Assist in developing annual business goals for assigned agents/producers
• Responsible for analyzing results and maintaining accountability of agency partners within the department
• Maintain awareness of market trends and identify emerging threats to the department
• Has an in-depth knowledge of department products and services
• Clearly articulate the department’s value proposition
• May provide input into the development of strategic annual department planning activities
• Perform Underwriting Audits
• Lead, develop, motivate, and retain a high performing team or UW staff members. Proactively addresses concerns, holds team accountable, makes sound decisions, and sets clear direction
• Attend any necessary due diligence review for new MGUs
• Participates in training and initiatives
• On boarding of new clients and/or new accounts
• Manage the reinsurance relationships and the process
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Generous 401K employer match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our Wellness programs focus on your family’s complete wellness, including your physical and mental wellbeing
• A core C&F principle is that you manage your career. To support your development, we have a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry related certifications and professional training available to you.
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment.
• A spirit of social responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee driven corporate giving.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level