USI Insurance

General Description: Results-driven leader with expertise in program development and production underwriting, backed by multiline underwriting experience. Work closely with Program & Wholesale and Retail Property & Casualty leadership teams. Develop proprietary and unique new programs that align with USI’s Retail Verticals.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a new program development plan in coordination with the Retail P&C Vertical Strategy.
• Collect and examine existing books of business. Leverage AI and other tech platforms to gather outside market information. Complete program submissions.
• Work with carriers to develop new proprietary programs and negotiate delegated underwriting authority, exclusivity, and  compensation arrangements.
• Build underwriting and service capability in the Programs team.
• Develop pricing models for primary and excess property and casualty products.
• Responsible for the development of coverage forms and product filing experience.
• Partner with Retail vertical and sales leaders to promote new programs and provide training to producers.
• Provide management oversight for specific programs. Responsible for profit and loss.
• Recommend authority levels for underwriting staff, amendments, and enhancements to programs.
• Underwrite complex assignments. Determine appropriate prices and develop rate tables, terms, and conditions.
• Work with internal partners to execute program strategy. Ensure underwriting profitability and compliance aligns with carrier and regulatory standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• 10+ years of experience managing carrier relationships, reinsurance brokers, and/or underwriting.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• CPCU designation is a plus.
• Experience building out insurance programs.
• Experience in form and rate filing as well as actuarial and program specific systems.
• Experience developing and implementing sales and service goals.
• Experience developing and managing programs with Fronting Carriers and Re-Insurance Treaties.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Ability to develop and lead the implementation of strategic business initiatives.  
• Ability to provide market intelligence, consultation, and client-specific assistance to producers. 
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Work Environment:

Work is conducted in an on-site, remote, or hybrid environment that is conducive to performing the essential functions of the job. The role routinely involves the use of standard office equipment, including computers, keyboards, printers, and video conferencing tools. The role requires attendance at in-person meetings, including those with clients or team members.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Sit for extended periods while working at a computer or attending virtual meetings.
• Travel by car and/or air to client appointments and off-site locations.
• Operate office equipment and use repetitive hand motions, such as typing.
• Communicate clearly via phone, video conferencing tools, email, and in person.
•  Ability to move for extended periods across various environments. Includes standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting and/or reaching.
• Infrequently, lifting or carrying items that range from 10-50lbs may be required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.