Underwriting Manager

Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company SI • West Des Moines, IA

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

FMH is seeking a Crop Insurance Underwriting Manager. This individual provides leadership and strategic oversight for a Crop Insurance Underwriting team, ensuring the effective execution of underwriting operations, regulatory compliance, and customer service objectives. Responsible for developing and leading a high-performing team of Insurance Specialists while establishing processes, procedures, and controls that support company growth, profitability, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Eight or more years of experience in a crop-insurance-related or underwriting field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Associates Degree in related field required (Bachelor’s Degree preferred).
• Strong understanding of Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) and Private Products.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensures underwriting operations comply with FCIC, RMA, company, and state regulatory requirements while mitigating operational and compliance risk.
• Establishes performance expectations and fosters a culture of accountability, team work, continuous improvement, and customer service.
• Monitors regulatory and industry developments and leads implementation efforts to ensure organizational readiness and compliance.
• Coordinates cross-department collaboration on underwriting processes, procedures, regulatory changes, system enhancements, and strategic MPCI initiatives.
• Builds and maintains relationships with contacts at Risk Management Agency (RMA) and National Crop Insurance Services (NCIS), as well as with our agents.
• Tracks and monitors metrics to ensure that the team meets and exceeds individual and team performance goals.
• Collaborates with Underwriting Management Team to determine overall direction of the department.
• Develops and trains new and experienced Insurance Specialists on underwriting standards.
• Provides leadership and oversight for the evaluation and implementation of RMA, PASS, and MPCI program changes impacting underwriting and policy administration systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Medical/dental/vision plan
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Hybrid work schedule (in office 3 days, WFH 2 days), after training is completed.
• Paid Parental leave and Caregiver leave
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support when you and your family need it
• On-site cafeteria and fitness center

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree