E&S Underwriting Manager

Berkley•Scottsdale, AZ

14h•Remote

About The Position

The Underwriting Manager will lead a middle market production underwriting team. They will provide oversight and direction to their assigned team to ensure production goals are met, underwriting guidelines are adhered to, and profit and loss goals are achieved. As a leader on the Underwriting team they will coach and mentor their team in surplus lines underwriting theory, sales acumen, and retail agency management with a goal of seeking out and securing opportunities to quote and bind profitable surplus lines business. In this role you will: Demonstrate a deep understanding of the middle market excess and surplus lines industry Responsible for all production and underwriting (profit/loss) results for the middle market production underwriting team Ability to Underwrite (larger, more complex) risks for Excess & Surplus lines class(es) of business according to Aspire’s underwriting principles and in line with authority limits Act as a referral point for underwriters on more complex risks and lead associate through adequate pricing and appropriate terms on a risk-by-risk basis Lead and coach the production underwriting team through an advanced understanding of underwriting guidelines, state regulations, facultative reinsurance placement and OFAC regulations Conduct performance management duties including KPI analytics Participate on projects and initiatives as assigned by leadership R eview claims activity, loss control survey, and inspection reports for compliance with existing policies, handling exceptions as required and recommending improvements Provide support to assigned team to ensure accurate and timely servicing of accounts Collaborate with across silos with a desire to creatively solve problems making Aspire a stronger company Partner with the Marketing, Sales and Distribution team to develop, implement and execute a state, territory and region level strategy. Lead delivery of appropriate customer service levels Determine and lead delivery of training and development based on individual and unit needs - Coaches, develops and provides feedback to associates In partnership with the Marketing, Sales and Distribution team, assist the production underwriting team with development and execution of sound action plans to drive business from key agents Monitor, track and analyze the effectiveness of agency partnerships to support course corrections and decision making. May perform other functions as assigned.

Requirements

BS/BA college degree preferred with a focus in the areas of business administration, finance or marketing. Successful completion of insurance related coursework is a plus
8+ years of P&C insurance industry experience
Surplus lines experience preferred
Required Residential P&C and Surplus Line License or able to obtain within 90 days of employment
Established retail agent relationships a plus
Strong business and financial acumen
Ability to effectively influence internal and external stakeholders
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Advanced knowledge of insurance principles, rates, rules, forms, procedures, regulations, coverages and business processes
Ability to analyze complex administrative or business problems, evaluate alternatives, and make appropriate recommendations

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a deep understanding of the middle market excess and surplus lines industry
Responsible for all production and underwriting (profit/loss) results for the middle market production underwriting team
Ability to Underwrite (larger, more complex) risks for Excess & Surplus lines class(es) of business according to Aspire’s underwriting principles and in line with authority limits
Act as a referral point for underwriters on more complex risks and lead associate through adequate pricing and appropriate terms on a risk-by-risk basis
Lead and coach the production underwriting team through an advanced understanding of underwriting guidelines, state regulations, facultative reinsurance placement and OFAC regulations
Conduct performance management duties including KPI analytics
Participate on projects and initiatives as assigned by leadership
Review claims activity, loss control survey, and inspection reports for compliance with existing policies, handling exceptions as required and recommending improvements
Provide support to assigned team to ensure accurate and timely servicing of accounts
Collaborate with across silos with a desire to creatively solve problems making Aspire a stronger company
Partner with the Marketing, Sales and Distribution team to develop, implement and execute a state, territory and region level strategy.
Lead delivery of appropriate customer service levels
Determine and lead delivery of training and development based on individual and unit needs - Coaches, develops and provides feedback to associates
In partnership with the Marketing, Sales and Distribution team, assist the production underwriting team with development and execution of sound action plans to drive business from key agents
Monitor, track and analyze the effectiveness of agency partnerships to support course corrections and decision making.
May perform other functions as assigned.

Benefits

Aspire offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
Our onsite Scottsdale, AZ Wellness Center and companywide Employee Assistance Program are free to employees and are here to support your overall well-being.
Our flexible work schedule with a work-from-home day means you can balance work and life like a pro.
Our Health Savings Accounts have automatic company contributions if you sign up, and we offer Flexible Spending Accounts, STD, LTD, life insurance policies, and more.
Plus, we offer a 401(k) program, profit-sharing program, and stock purchase plan – investing in your future has never been so rewarding.
We've got you covered with competitive paid time off, paid sick time, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Plus, you get paid holidays, a floating holiday, and paid volunteer time – because giving back to the community is important to us at Aspire!
Come grow with us! Level up with company sponsored conferences, tuition assistance, and industry-related education and exams.
We have many internal promotional growth opportunities – because we believe in growing together.
We believe in working hard and playing hard.
We embrace team building and are enthusiastic about sponsoring fun activities inside and outside of the office.
Our Plum Benefits program gives you cost-free access to thousands of exclusive travel and entertainment discounts – it's like a VIP pass to fun.