Underwriting Manager - Professional Liability

Our client, a professional liability insurance company, is seeking an experienced Underwriting Manager to join their team. This full-time role reports to the VP of Underwriting and Chief Underwriting Officer and is responsible for overseeing and coordinating underwriting operations and policy issuance activities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and management of underwriting programs, policies, and guidelines.
• Act as a primary contact for underwriting matters with business partners.
• Review complex risks and programs to ensure compliance, consistency, and profitability.
• Approve, modify, or decline complex or unusual risks, escalating to senior leadership as appropriate.
• Evaluate departmental operations and metrics, driving improvements in workflow efficiency.
• Negotiate facultative reinsurance agreements and assign underwriting and binding authority.
• Collaborate with Compliance and Product Development on policy and endorsement development, including regulatory filings.
• Prepare underwriting reports for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Participate in company strategy development and oversee special projects as needed.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate underwriting staff, supporting ongoing training and professional development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) or equivalent relevant business experience required.
• Strong background in directors and officers liability and/or professional liability insurance required.
• Indiana resident insurance agent license in property and casualty (including surplus lines), or the ability to obtain licensure promptly; multi-state licensing also required.
• Prior supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with excess and surplus lines and financial institutions is a plus.
• Willingness to travel approximately 5–10%, including occasional overnight or weekend travel.