AVP, North American Programs — Strategic Underwriting Lead

Allied World Assurance Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied World Assurance Company is seeking an AVP, North American Programs Division to oversee underwriting of a Program P&C portfolio, ensuring profitability, growth, and adherence to guidelines. Location flexibility includes Farmington, CT and several major U.S. cities.

The role emphasizes relationship management with Program Administrators, claims liaison, and market development while maintaining high underwriting discipline and reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• College Degree
• Minimum of 8-12 years underwriting experience
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent organizational skills, and ability to multi task
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high pressure environment
• Must be able to think originally, be willing to challenge ideas and be receptive to having their own ideas challenged
• Willingness to travel

Responsibilities

• Overall management of Program assigned to including but not limited to underwriting referrals, pricing analysis, underwriting audits, PML and aggregation monitoring, data feed review and relationship management of Program Administrator
• Evaluate and respond to referrals in a timely manner by analyzing coverage, exposures and pricing
• Work with management in setting and meeting budgeted premiums for assigned Program
• Work to achieve profitability on assigned Program
• Liaise with Claims Department on any specific claims activity on individual accounts, which could potentially affect profitability
• Assure Program Administrator is compliant with all underwriting and administrative guidelines
• Marketing - attend client/broker meetings, lunches, dinners and other social outings as applicable
• Assist team in vetting new Program opportunities
• Attend training sessions and conferences when deemed appropriate
• Assist with special projects as needed under supervision of management
• Follow treaty and facultative reinsurance protocols as required
• Stay current with respect to major industry issues and developments
• Provide specific reports as needed by senior staff
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Creativity/problem solving

Willingness to travel

Education

College Degree

Job description

Allied World Assurance Company is seeking an AVP, North American Programs Division to oversee underwriting of a Program P&C portfolio, ensuring profitability, growth, and adherence to guidelines. Location flexibility includes Farmington, CT and several major U.S. cities.

The role emphasizes relationship management with Program Administrators, claims liaison, and market development while maintaining high underwriting discipline and reporting to senior management.