Lead Underwriter

Arrowhead Programs

11d•$100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Arrowhead’s Tribal Program is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven Lead Underwriter to join our team. This individual will play a pivotal role in cultivating strong broker partnerships, driving creative underwriting solutions, and influencing the direction of our Tribal business. With a high degree of autonomy, the Lead Underwriter will be empowered to make impactful decisions that support growth, profitability, and innovation. Arrowhead’s Tribal Program, a division of Brown & Brown Insurance, was founded in 1987 as the Program for Sovereign Indian Nations. Our mission remains steadfast: To provide insurance solutions that honor tribal sovereignty and meet the unique cultural, financial, and legal needs of Native American communities. Arrowhead’s Tribal Program offers a benefits and compensation package that meets today’s most important needs and includes: A challenging and stimulating career that provides growth and development. Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. Paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan that allows our employees to purchase Brown & Brown stock at a discounted rate. Strong culture that prioritizes health, family, and professional growth. The pay range for this position is $100,000 - $140,000/year. Bonus potential based on new business generated. If you want to be part of a growing, energetic, and driven organization, contact us today.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or five or more years of commercial insurance or managing general agency experience and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of multi-line P&C lines of business, including product features, forms, regulatory environments, risks, etc.
Proven underwriting experience, ideally within Tribal or specialty lines.
Ability to work in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment, adapting to changing requirements and collaborating with a wide range of colleagues to quickly deliver solutions.
Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and solve complex problems.
Strategic mindset with the ability to influence and lead initiatives.
Excellent communication and analytical skills.
Comfortable working independently and making high-impact decisions.
Routine or periodic travel which may require the teammate to drive their own vehicle or a rental vehicle.
Valid driver’s license and possess an acceptable motor vehicle record at the time of hire and periodically thereafter.
Maintain the minimum acceptable insurance coverages and limits as defined by Arrowhead/Brown & Brown.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain deep, trust-based relationships with key brokers to drive new business and retain renewals.
Lead strategic broker engagement, including account planning, pipeline development, and performance reviews.
Develop creative and customized underwriting solutions for complex risks, leveraging cross-functional collaboration with engineering, claims, and loss control.
Exercise underwriting authority to make timely, informed decisions that align with business goals and risk appetite.
Influence leadership and contribute to the strategic direction of the Tribal Program through market insights and portfolio analysis.
Analyze loss trends and claims data to inform underwriting strategy and risk mitigation plans.
Communicate the program’s value proposition and risk appetite clearly and effectively to broker partners.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and continuous improvement.
Participate in special projects and initiatives that support innovation and growth.

Benefits

Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
Paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan that allows our employees to purchase Brown & Brown stock at a discounted rate.
ESPP
401k
Student Loan Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Preferred Partner Discounts