431 avp underwriting jobs found

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee The Opportunity: The purpose of this role is to provide strategic direction for underwriting Wholesale portfolios in the Midwest region, ensuring growth and profitability. This role involves managing writing guidelines, underwriting complex new businesses, and offering specialist advice. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, and staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team with exceptional reputation in the industry and to influence the buildout of Specialty Casualty. Location: Chicago, IL; 500 West Madison St. Suite 1205 Chicago, IL 60661 Work Arrangement: This role is hybrid, where you will be expected to be in the office 2-3 days per week. The salary range for this role is between $158,500 - $237,500....

Company Details Berkley Specialty Property operates in New York, Georgia and California, writing a U.S. nationwide book of business across a broad range of occupancy classes, working hard to understand the unique needs of our clients. This is done with empowered underwriting, a fair and efficient claims team and leading wordings and technical backup services to offer our clients a long-term, sustainable product. Responsibilities Oversee daily underwriting activities, ensuring effective solicitation, selection, pricing, and retention of profitable business, in partnership with the AVP – Underwriting, BSP. Develop and implement underwriting best practices aligned with BSP and London Commercial Property Team standards. Assist in shaping and managing underwriting appetite, guidelines, forms, terms and conditions, training, and communications. Exercise sound judgement in risk selection, exposure analysis, pricing, and...

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide strategic direction for our construction business unit, ensuring growth and profitability. This role will focus on the application of complex, loss sensitive and guaranteed cost program structures and tailored risk-management solutions for our contracting customers. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, and staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions. •        Location: Boston, MA - Atlanta, GA - Chicago, IL - Plano, TX •        Work Arrangement: hybrid working expectations •         The starting salary for this role is between $144,000.00 and $270,000.00 Your new role Achieve underwriting results and growth following plan/budget. Deliver timely decisions and problem-solving...

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) Underwriting Manager for Medical Stop Loss Insurance is responsible for leading an underwriting team, developing and implementing underwriting strategies, and managing the underwriting process for assigned captive program(s). This includes overseeing the underwriting of new and renewal business, ensuring underwriting guidelines and delegated authority are followed, managing a team of underwriters, and maintaining profitability while controlling risk. The AVP will work closely with senior management, fronting carriers, actuarial, and sales teams to support business goals and drive performance across the medical stop loss portfolio. ESSENTIAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Insurance, Finance, or other related discipline, and at least eight (8) years of experience in underwriting with 3 years in a leadership/management role within medical stop loss or health insurance industry.   SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS:...

Crum & Forster Company Overview Crum & Forster (C&F) , with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A+"(Superior) by AM Best and is proud of our superior customer service platform. Our claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry. Our most valuable asset is our people: more than 2000 employees in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning several workplace and wellness awards, including the 2024 Great Place to Work® Award  for our employee-first focus and our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and Inclusion. C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global, billion dollar organization.   For more information about Crum & Forster, please...

- Examination & analyzing of submissions forwarded to Core Specialty by broker partners to determine if the risk is a targeted class of business and subsequently to determine appropriate limits, pricing & terms that will provide Core Specialty with adequate underwriting profit on each risk.   Key Accountabilities/Deliverables: Execution of Media and MPL E&O business plans and objectives including:     Build Core Specialty’s reputation and presence in the professional liability market   Provide prompt and accurate customer service on policy transactions    Ensure all risks considered and bound are within delegated authority, underwriting standards, risk selection, peer review and pricing methodologies   Provide documented evidence of underwriting activities and decisions in files as required   Support Company and Department goals and objectives    Build Core Specialty’s relationships with our broker...

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee The Opportunity: The purpose of this role is to develop and execute channel strategic plans while providing expert technical guidance on a range of products to intermediaries and clients. This role involves overseeing underwriting activities and managing the profitability of QBE's Life Sciences products. •        Location: Preferably Chicago, IL but open to other locations as well •        Work Arrangement: hybrid or remote working expectations •         The starting salary for this role is between $144,000.00 and $237,500.00 The Opportunity Evaluate risk for new business & renewals to ensure profitable growth. Actively keep abreast of market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness. Provide senior technical and specialist product expertise to corporate intermediaries/clients. Ensure ongoing personal technical development to achieve the ideal DAL state....

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide strategic direction for underwriting portfolios in the region, ensuring growth and profitability. This role involves managing a team of underwriters, writing guidelines, underwriting complex new businesses, and offering specialist advice. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, and staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions. •        Location: Sun Prairie, WI - AZ (Remote) - TX (Remote) •        Work Arrangement: hybrid working expectations •         The starting salary for this role is between $144,000.00 and $216,000.00 Your new role Contribute to the achievement of operational objectives for the underwriting function and/or business unit. Perform underwriting activities in accordance...

Argo Group and Farm Family are specialty property and casualty insurance brands whose underwriting companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of Brookfield Wealth Solutions, a leading provider of wealth and insurance solutions. Argo and Farm Family partner with agents and brokers to help businesses stay in business, delivering collaborative insurance solutions for niche markets. Job Description At Argo Group, we invite you to elevate your career as an AVP Underwriting, Environmental, joining a vibrant team with a bold vision for growth and innovation. Make Your Mark at Argo Group Are you ready to be a catalyst for change? Our underwriting teams are trailblazers, delivering cutting-edge insurance solutions in Inland Marine, Casualty, Construction, Environmental, and Specialty Lines. We’re not simply adapting to a changing world; we’re leading the transformation by reimagining how we serve our clients, redesigning our operating model, and crafting new career journeys. At...

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.  At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.  For over three decades, CNA has been a trusted provider of insurance solutions for technology companies of all sizes—from emerging startups to global enterprises—across software, IT services, hardware, media, and telecommunications. Our Global Technology Practice delivers specialized coverage including Technology Errors & Omissions (Tech E&O), Cyber Liability, comprehensive international solutions, to complement our traditional Property & Casualty lines. With deep industry expertise, flexible capabilities, and a collaborative approach, we design innovative insurance programs tailored to the unique needs of each client. CNA remains the carrier of choice for our valued agent and...

Company Details     Do you want to be part of a dynamic and growing organization that encourages creativity, collaboration, innovation and individual expression? Are you an insurance professional who wants to think “outside the box” in creating products, underwriting and servicing customers? Berkley Healthca re is a dynamic company that encourages a pioneering mindset with the financial backing of a Fortune 500 company.  At BHFL, everyone’s voice counts and we expect to hear from everyone. If you want to work in a unique insurance company like no other, come explore career options with us. As a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, Berkley Healthcare has assembled a unique team of multi-disciplinary insurance professionals to take a fresh look at healthcare organization insurance. We pride ourselves on our deep expertise in underwriting, claims and distribution in the healthcare industry insurance market. We understand that the...

AVP Underwriting - UO05AE We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.              Summary Reporting to the VP, Head of Group Reinsurance Plus, this is a strategic, high-visibility leadership role shaping the future of GRP Underwriting.  The Assistant Vice President, Head of Underwriting & Shared Services is a senior leadership role in Group Reinsurance Plus (GRP) accountable for setting the strategic direction, performance standards, and operational excellence of GRP’s Underwriting and Shared Services organization. This leader oversees teams responsible for underwriting the full GRP product portfolio including Life, Disability and Supplemental Health products and ensures disciplined risk management, profitable...

AVP Product & UW - EM05BE We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.           Reporting to the VP, GS Product & Underwriting, the AVP Product & Underwriting (Casualty Lines), is a mid-level leadership role requiring a deep level of expertise in Casualty products, high levels of competency in building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, operating strategically and cross-functionality to influence and drive outcomes, and providing leadership within the organization.   The role has accountability for the development and deployment of countrywide line of business strategies, underwriting guidance, product management and idea generation, rate guidelines and analysis, underwriting and pricing tool management, training, and...

Company Details   Intrepid Direct Insurance (IDI) is a rapidly growing direct to consumer Property and Casualty insurance company. A member of the W. R. Berkley Corporation, a fortune 500 company, rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best, Intrepid Direct’s vision is to make life better for business . The insurance industry has not evolved with innovation like other major industries. We’re here to change that. We are making life better for our customers, shareholders, and our team members by leveraging data and technology as insurance experts for our targeted customers. You will be part of a highly collaborative team of talented and focused professionals. Join a group that enjoys working together, trusts each other, and takes pride in our hard-earned success.     https://intrepiddirect.com/   The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Responsibilities The AVP Hotels will serve as the enterprise leader...

Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox   AVP/VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader-Property & Casualty Reports to: SVP, Corix and Head of Strategic Integration Location: NYC, Atlanta, Chicago, Hartford, Los Angeles, Boston Band: III Travel: Up to 25%   Team: Works closely with cross-functional stakeholders including SPADE, marketing, distribution development, claims, actuarial, underwriting operations, as well as the CUO org. Role Overview: The AVP/VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader is a strategically critical leader responsible for driving profitable growth and technical excellence across our Corix business. This role combines product management and underwriting leadership, overseeing the full product lifecycle, risk selection, and innovation for both digital and intermediated channels. The successful candidate will own and deliver the P&L for their product(s) by setting vision and strategy,...

Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox   AVP/VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader-Technology & Cyber Reports to: SVP, Corix and Head of Strategic Integration Location: NYC, Atlanta, Chicago, Hartford, Los Angeles, Boston Band: III Travel: Up to 25%   Team: Works closely with cross-functional stakeholders including SPADE, marketing, distribution development, claims, actuarial, underwriting operations, as well as the CUO org. Role Overview: The AVP/VP, Product & Underwriting Practice Leader is a strategically critical leader responsible for driving profitable growth and technical excellence across our Corix business. This role combines product management and underwriting leadership, overseeing the full product lifecycle, risk selection, and innovation for both digital and intermediated channels. The successful candidate will own and deliver the P&L for their product(s) by setting vision and strategy,...

UFG's Construction Business Unit is expanding and we are looking for an AVP-Construction Underwriting  to join the team!  In this role you will be responsible for driving the underwriting strategy for the Construction Business Unit through referral support and consultation, training, and development of strategies for applicable Regions. This role operates under the leadership and guidance of the Construction Business Unit Leader and in collaboration with Line of Business Leaders, Middle Market AVPs and Regional underwriting teams. This role may also direct a team of technical experts in support of Construction strategy execution.  Responsibilities: Review referrals based on technical complexity, market segmentation strategy, market appetite and collaborating with business leaders in analytics, product development, risk management, claims groups and region leadership to ensure alignment. Responsible for adhering to the overall BU strategic direction. Provide guidance...

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow. At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best. Great American’s Excess Liability Division provides large-limit liability solutions designed to protect clients’ corporate assets from catastrophic loss. The Division provides large limit capacity for both Lead Umbrella and Excess Liability placements, serving a diverse portfolio of...

Description Manages a team of high performing MPL  Underwriters and MPL Underwriting Managers for a profitable and growing book of business.  Holds a full suite of management responsibilities for the team: attraction, development, pay and performance management, development, communication and implementation of underwriting strategy. Includes monitoring how well managers within the team are delivering leadership responsibilities. Contributes to planning and strategy development for the MPL business area owned by manager.  Role is nationwide in scope with accountability across both retail and wholesale channels.   Key responsibilities Drives a culture of underwriting excellence across entire portfolio. Drives change initiatives within the team. Maintains a visible external profile and excellent relationships with external brokers/agents, partners and stakeholders, leveraging these relationships to help the team achieve their goals and expand their...

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee AVP - Marine Cargo Underwriting Location: USA –Chicago, Ill Work Arrangement: Hybrid   The salary range for this role is:  $ 158,000-237,500 The purpose of this role is to support the US cargo team in achieving profitable growth by leading underwriting for the region, technical support, and training to develop individuals within the team. This role involves managing complex underwriting cases, contributing to product strategy, and building relationships with intermediaries to drive business growth. The role also includes underwriting new business and renewals within set guidelines and authority levels to meet business objectives.  Your new role: Contribute to the achievement of operational objectives for the underwriting function and/or business unit. Perform underwriting activities following all legal and regulatory requirements to ensure obligations are met. Provide efficient...