Commercial Lines Underwriting Manager

Location: Hybrid Work Model- Irving, TX As a Commercial Lines Underwriting Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading, developing, and training underwriting staff while fulfilling the promise that Central makes to our customers with effective management of your assigned territory through building strong relationships with agents, writing a profitable book of business, and providing excellent service. How You’ll Make an Impact   Leads, develops, and trains underwriting staff Reviews referrals within assigned letter of authority Collaborates effectively on regional and business segment strategies and initiatives Develops and maintains strong relationships with agents, traveling as needed for agency visits Communicates effectively, providing prompt and professional service Develops and maintains strong internal relationships within the underwriting team and with other business units such as loss control, customer service, claims and marketing Selects profitable new business through analysis of the risks presented, coverage requested, and losses incurred Classifies and prices risks appropriately using underwriting judgement and analytical tools and resources Manages and underwrites assigned book of business to achieve profitability and meet financial goals Maintains appropriate underwriting file documentation Demonstrates a commitment to continuing education and development Audits individual underwriting files to ensure compliance with company strategy and regulatory requirements Completes performance appraisals and salary recommendations Assists in the selection of new employees Agency travel as needed Completes assigned tasks and projects     What You’ll Bring   Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 4 years Commercial Lines Underwriting experience Or 6 years of Commercial Lines Underwriting experience Understanding of leadership skills, including coaching, team-building, and conflict resolution Knowledge of Commercial Lines coverages and policies in assigned states Ability to professionally interact with our customers Ability to investigate, gather facts and information, and analyze coverage Understand the importance of capturing data Possess an innovative and continuous improvement mindset Possess a positive, professional, cooperative, and quality-conscious service attitude Ability to work under pressure, deal with interpersonal conflict, and handle a heavy workload Possesses analytical and problem-solving skills Possesses verbal and written communication skills, including negotiation, presentation, and influence skills Ability to understand Central Insurance’s policies and processes Ability to travel to assigned agents including occasional overnight     Preferred Successful completion of one or more professional designations such as CPCU, CIC, etc.