Associate Underwriting Supervisor/Underwriting Supervisor - Equine

Great American Insurance Group; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) match + employee stock purchase

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Great American Insurance Group's Equine Mortality Division in Ocala, FL is seeking an Associate Underwriting Supervisor or Underwriting Supervisor to lead the Equine Underwriting team. You will review applications, assess risk, and monitor portfolio performance, ensuring policy accuracy and regulatory compliance.

This on-site role requires a degree and at least 6 years underwriting experience; on-site four days with one remote day, with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in business/finance or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 6 years underwriting or related field.
• Professional designation preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the daily activities of the Equine Underwriting team.
• Reviews processing of new underwriting applications per policies.
• Reviews risk assessments, policy statuses, and portfolio performance.
• Oversees the preparation and maintenance of underwriting files and approvals.
• Facilitates communication with agents and customers to obtain needed information.
• Generates management reports to monitor performance and metrics.
• Oversees data entry to ensure integrity.
• Leads opportunities to streamline procedures and enhance efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Education

Associates Degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Job description

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a \"small company\" culture where your ideas will be heard with \"big company\" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow. At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. Great American's Equine Mortality Division is one of the world's leading providers of equine mortality insurance and related coverages. The division is staffed with experts in all breeds and disciplines such as racing, showing, cutting, dressage, hunter/jumper, driving, reining, and pleasure riding. The Equine Division is currently searching for an Associate Underwriting Supervisor or Underwriting Supervisor in Ocala, FL.

Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Coordinates the daily activities of the Equine Underwriting team, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.
• Reviews processing of new underwriting applications, ensuring they align with Company policies and underwriting guidelines.
• Reviews comprehensive risk assessments, policy statuses, and portfolio performance to ensure accuracy.
• Oversees the preparation and maintenance of underwriting files, ensuring all documents and approvals are properly filed.
• Facilitates effective communication with agents and customers to obtain information needed to underwrite risks and address issues.
• Requests or generates management reports to monitor and evaluate unit performance, client satisfaction, and other key business metrics.
• Oversees data entry and processing to ensure integrity and prevent potential systemic issues.
• Leads opportunities to streamline procedures and enhance efficiency.
• Ensures compliance with company and regulatory guidelines.
• Provides technical guidance and training to clients on safety practices and regulatory compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Associates Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Generally, a minimum of 6 years of underwriting experience or a related field.
• Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred.
• Exhibits strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to analyze situations, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.

Benefits

• Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
• Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs.

Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers. *Excludes seasonal employees and interns.

Great American Insurance Group understands the importance of choosing a financially strong company. We are an organization built for the long term and are committed to giving you that strength. Why can you trust Great American Insurance Group? For nearly 150 years, Americans have trusted us to protect them. Our innovative insurance solutions and specialization serves niche marketplaces that we know well. This expertise gives us a successful foundation that spans generations. You never know where a career in insurance will take you. Whether you are starting your career or are looking for a company to grow your experience, at Great American Insurance Group, you can join our more than 8,500 employees to \"Be Here. Be GREAT!\" To learn more, visit our Career Page