Manager, Underwriting

Job description

Alliant Insurance Services is one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. Alliant is changing the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, so they can capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations. More information is available on the company's website at: . SUMMARY Responsible for leading a team of Underwriters on the delivery of profitable Commercial Lines risk selection by communicating underwriting vision and objectives, directing team operations, mentoring lower level managers and team members, and communicating risk assessment best practices to align underwriting strategy with portfolio growth goals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Enhances Commercial Lines Underwriting portfolio by measuring, analyzing and communicating agency performance to ensure alignment with business strategy, retention of key partners and acquisition of desired business; Manages profitability by identifying, measuring, managing and accounting for risks through team of Underwriters to achieve business plan profit goals; Recommends and implements business growth initiatives to achieve business plan goals; Cultivates efficient team functioning by managing resources and recommending and implementing needed changes to fill in gaps and ensure streamlined strategy execution; Influences team by modeling strong relationship building with key stakeholders to encourage team to utilize timely and effective communication and deliver personalized and quality service; Builds relationships and facilitates Commercial Lines projects by sharing expertise with peers and senior leaders, guiding product review/launch process, leading agency and Underwriter training, resolving escalated issues and monitoring agency level impact of change to ensure department initiatives enhance the business; Guides key stakeholder decision-making and understanding of operations by sharing underwriting technical expertise with team, agents and regulators and clarifying complex escalated inquiries to transfer information and cultivate a strong department reputation; Manages a performance enhancement culture by actively coaching and mentoring direct reports, providing regular feedback and developing employees for wider roles and responsibilities to foster professional growth and development; Manages budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures, accurately forecasting resource needs/costs and properly accounting for expenses to meet requirements and achieve fiscal responsibility; Provides a positive environment by modeling cultural expectations and guiding leaders to reward performance and value "can do" people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun; Adopts company values in personal work behaviors, decision-making, contributions and interpersonal interactions; manages own career development by soliciting feedback and valuing other perspectives; Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information); Occasional travel (approx. 15% - 20% a year); Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Ten (10) or more years related work experience Extensive property and casualty insurance underwriting experience CPCU license Certificate of General Insurance (INS) Associate in Insurance Production (AIP) SKILLS Excellent verbal and written communication skills Advanced working knowledge of commercial lines products and concepts, underwriting processes and procedures, laws and regulations related to area of responsibility, and terminology, concepts and principles related to strategic planning Self-motivated, excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task while managing priorities Ability to adapt and be flexible in a complex changing environment Proficient in Microsoft Office products #LI-CP1 We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer. For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply" button. Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law. Applicants are protected under Federal law from discrimination. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process or would like to review these materials in an alternative format, please reach out to For more information on Alliant Insurance Service's benefits, please visit