Underwriting Manager

The Jonus Group•Irving, TX

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Underwriting Manager & Underwriting Manager to lead and manage underwriting operations. This role is pivotal in driving premium growth, maintaining profitability, and fostering strong agency relationships. The ideal candidate will bring a robust background in commercial lines underwriting, leadership experience, and a strategic mindset to contribute to the success of our underwriting team and overall business objectives. This is a hybrid position requiring in-office presence three days per week.

Requirements

5–7+ years of commercial lines underwriting experience (more experience preferred for senior-level candidates).
Proven leadership and management experience, with a strong preference for candidates with team oversight responsibilities.
Extensive field underwriting experience, particularly in: Construction (required; must be true middle market, not small artisan).
Oil & Gas / Energy (highly preferred).
Experience handling large commercial/middle market accounts with an average premium of ~$400K–$500K.
Demonstrated expertise in agency management, production, and business development.
Deep understanding of ISO forms, pricing, and coverage analysis.
Proven ability to balance profitability and growth within a territory.
Open to candidates from carrier or MGA backgrounds with true underwriting authority.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with companies such as Travelers, Liberty Mutual, FCCI, Chubb, or Central.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage underwriting operations for the Dallas branch, aligning with regional leadership on strategy and execution.
Oversee a team of approximately 7–8 underwriting staff, ensuring quality, productivity, and adherence to underwriting guidelines.
Contribute to and execute the branch business plan, focusing on premium growth and profitability targets.
Underwrite large, complex, or unusual risks as needed.
Develop and manage agency relationships, including appointments, performance evaluations, and growth strategies.
Drive production through agency engagement, territory development, and business planning.
Monitor and manage loss ratios, sales goals, and overall portfolio performance for a ~$150M book of business.
Conduct underwriting file reviews to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate underwriting staff to build a high-performing team.
Collaborate with claims, risk control, and leadership teams to support overall business objectives.
Travel as needed for agency visits, meetings, and relationship development.