Lead Commercial Lines underwriting team for Hastings Insurance, ensuring compliance and profitability while coaching and developing staff. Engage in collaborative initiatives with internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Lead a Commercial Lines underwriting unit, including coaching, training, staffing, and performance management.
Guide the team to achieve corporate and departmental objectives related to loss ratio, premium growth, policy growth, and customer service.
Provide daily underwriting guidance and support to ensure sound decision-making and consistent execution.
Establish, maintain, and reinforce underwriting discipline, structure, and philosophy.
Monitor compliance with underwriting policies, practices, and standards.
Partner with Product Development to support the creation and enhancement of commercial insurance products.
Contribute to departmental and enterprise-wide initiatives and projects.
Develop and maintain Commercial Lines duty reports and related documentation.
Engage in ongoing professional development, continuing education, and leadership growth.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Insurance Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of five years of Commercial Lines underwriting experience.
Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
Professional designations such as AU or CPCU preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with business applications and keyboarding skills.
A leadership mindset focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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