Head of Underwriting - Equine Division

Great American Insurance Group•Ocala, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Great American Insurance Group's Equine Mortality Division is a leading provider of equine mortality insurance and related coverages, staffed with experts in various equine breeds and disciplines. The division is seeking a Head of Underwriting/Officer Level leader to manage its Underwriting team in Ocala, FL. Great American's culture emphasizes connection, shared learning, and strong relationships, with employees in this role expected to be on-site four days a week and one day remotely. Core in-office days are Tuesday-Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Generally, 10-15 years of experience in underwriting
Previous management experience is strongly preferred
Strong agent and broker relationships
Must have strong organizational and analytical skills, as well as the ability to multi-task
Ability to travel 20%, including overnight
Ability to relocate/commute to Ocala, FL

Responsibilities

Provides leadership, coaching and direction to the underwriting team to ensure growth and profitability.
Identifies opportunities to develop new business.
Ensures the Equine book of business meets budget and performance targets.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with brokers and agents by providing excellent customer service in order to attract and retain profitable business.
Has accountability for the risk selection / rejection, pricing, retention, growth and profitability (within scope of authority and per divisional objectives).
Oversees receipt and analysis of submissions and decisions of what terms to offer (policy limits, credit limits, deductibles, coverage options and conditions, etc.).
Works with Predictive Analytics to ensure business is priced in accordance with company guidelines.
Approve and monitor underwriting guidelines, rules, practices and systems necessary to maintain and develop profitable commercial lines business.
Works with other functional units within the division to identify goals and strategies to optimize customer service and satisfaction.
Ensures the appropriate utilization of underwriting and desktop systems.
Assesses risk quality and compliance within company guidelines and may initiate appropriate loss prevention actions.
Performs other duties as assigned.