Underwriting Manager

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office
• Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
• Competitive pay + generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision starting day one
• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

We are currently seeking a Manager to oversee Premier Partner Underwriting teams that work specifically with our Retail agents.  This role will work closely with the Director of Underwriting to achieve the profitability and revenue goals of GUARD’s Retail partners. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Build relationships with key Retail strategic partners to help increase submission volume as well as improving mix of business received.
• Handle higher level referrals from the team supervisors, communicate new directives to the team, and work with management on underwriting strategies for these partnerships.
• Oversee the monitoring of submission and renewal volumes, team efficiencies, and service level metrics for the teams.
• Review and assess workflow and staffing needs for the teams, including coordination of training for both new hires and current underwriting staff.
• Review quality control audits to identify issues.
• Assist Implementation team in ensuring Underwriting Policies and Procedures Manuals are current and accurate.
• Travel to key relationships, moderate virtual agency meetings, and attend trade shows as needed.

• BA/BS degree preferred.
• Prior Supervisory experience required
• Technical insurance designations such as AU, API, CIC or CPCU designations preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of property and casualty underwriting procedures, risk assessment, and practices.
• Familiarity with insurance policy language and forms.
• Solid understanding of data analytics.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills with an ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Capable of collaborating effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Strong work ethic, independence, and dependability.
• Ability to develop and refine workflow processes.