AVP, Regional Underwriting Marine Manager

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We are seeking a strategic and dynamic leader to partner with branch and distribution management to profitably grow the Mid-Atlantic Marine book of business. The role involves responsibility for growth, profitability, and fostering internal and external relationships for the Marine book. The manager is directly accountable for one underwriter and oversees underwriting, hiring, retention, performance management, technical training, coaching, and development of underwriting staff.

The manager will also focus on advancing the sales and marketing expertise of the Marine team.

• P&L Accountability
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  Manage premium, profitability, growth, retention, and expense plans/results for Marine business credited to the Mid-Atlantic Region, including renewal center Marine business.
• Portfolio Management/LOB
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  Direct profit and loss responsibility for field business; coordinate agency management and production across Marine product portfolio.
• Collaboration
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  Work with Underwriting Center and other teams to execute underwriting strategies.
• Technical Underwriting
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  Serve as a technical resource for referrals and underwriting authority, especially for risks outside of field authority, and coordinate efforts with Home Office and Segment leaders.
• Quality Assurance
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  Monitor underwriting quality through audits and referral interactions.
• Marketplace Focus
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  Develop opportunities and provide customized insurance solutions for the marketplace.
• Marketing & Business Development
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  Develop and execute marketing strategies, guide sales initiatives, and manage business development activities.
• Producer Management
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  Manage regional/local producer relationships, facilitate product education, and ensure cohesive agency management strategies.
• Budget & Expense
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  Oversee business and budget planning, ensuring effective expense management.
• Staff Development
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  Responsible for onboarding, training, succession planning, and retention of staff; oversee workflows, staffing, and technology deployment in collaboration with HR.

• Minimum 5-7 years P&C underwriting experience with leadership experience.
• Understanding of middle market Marine products, including Inland Marine, Cargo, and Builder’s Risk.
• Strong understanding of distribution channels (broker, regional, independent agents).
• Demonstrated people management skills.
• Strong technical and underwriting leadership skills.
• Advanced marketing and sales skills.
• Ability to build strategic relationships.
• Demonstrates agility and operational decision-making skills.

Seniority level:
Director

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Business Development, Finance, and Other

Industries:
Insurance and Insurance Carriers

This role offers benefits such as medical insurance, vision insurance, and 401(k).