AVP Underwriter - Equine Farm

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. in Lexington, KY seeks an experienced underwriting leader to build and oversee a profitable farm property and liability book in the Equine segment.

The role entails managing an underwriting team, evaluating risks, and collaborating with divisions and brokers to drive growth and service excellence. Strong leadership and 10+ years in equine underwriting are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required.
• 10+ years of equine farm underwriting experience.
• 5+ years of management experience preferred.
• AFIS or CPCU designation desired.

Responsibilities

• Implement, oversee and grow a profitable book of farm property and liability insurance within the Equine segment.
• Review risk submissions, renewals and endorsements within authority and guidelines.
• Manage team as business expands and grows.
• Evaluate, accept, reject, or modify risks within underwriting guidelines.
• Assist Division leadership in the development and implementation of the division business plan and market strategy.
• Proactively expand and maintain awareness of the insurance market, specifically in the assigned LOB.
• Ensure appropriate response times and exemplary customer service for broker partners.
• Effectively communicate with broker partners to develop & maintain relationships.
• Encourage submission of targeted business and maintain a collaborative approach with brokers to obtain necessary information.
• Maintain accurate and timely status of accounts within all systems throughout the underwriting life cycle of the account.
• Pursue professional training for the development of product knowledge and to gain other skills related to personal growth goals.
• Use independent judgement and initiatives to support business goals.
• A team player that maintains a second to none customer service standard.
• In addition to the above key responsibilities, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the Company may reasonably require.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Underwriting leadership

Equine farm underwriting

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Communication

Process improvement

Time management

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

AFIS

CPCU

Job description

Additional Job Description

This role will implement, oversee and grow a profitable book of farm property and liability insurance within the Equine segment of our business.

• Assist with form filings, new system development and other processes as needed.
• Review new risk submission, renewals and endorsement requests within assigned authority and underwriting guidelines.
• Manage team as business expands and grows.
• Evaluate, accept, reject, or modify risks within established underwriting guidelines.
• Assist Division leadership in the development and implementation of the division business plan and market strategy.
• Proactively expand and maintain awareness of the insurance market, specifically in the assigned LOB.
• Ensure appropriate response times and exemplary customer service for broker partners.
• Effectively communicate with broker partners to develop & maintain relationships.
• Encourage submission of targeted business and maintain a collaborative approach with brokers to obtain necessary information.
• Maintain accurate and timely status of accounts within all systems throughout the underwriting life cycle of the account.
• Pursue professional training for the development of product knowledge and to gain other skills related to personal growth goals.
• Use independent judgement and initiatives to support business goals.
• A team player that maintains a second to none customer service standard.
• In addition to the above key responsibilities, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the Company may reasonably require.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

This role will implement, oversee and grow a profitable book of farm property and liability insurance within the Equine segment of our business.

• Assist with form filings, new system development and other processes as needed.
• Review new risk submission, renewals and endorsement requests within assigned authority and underwriting guidelines.
• Manage team as business expands and grows.
• Evaluate, accept, reject, or modify risks within established underwriting guidelines.
• Assist Division leadership in the development and implementation of the division business plan and market strategy.
• Proactively expand and maintain awareness of the insurance market, specifically in the assigned LOB.
• Ensure appropriate response times and exemplary customer service for broker partners.
• Effectively communicate with broker partners to develop & maintain relationships.
• Encourage submission of targeted business and maintain a collaborative approach with brokers to obtain necessary information.
• Maintain accurate and timely status of accounts within all systems throughout the underwriting life cycle of the account.
• Pursue professional training for the development of product knowledge and to gain other skills related to personal growth goals.
• Use independent judgement and initiatives to support business goals.
• A team player that maintains a second to none customer service standard.
• In addition to the above key responsibilities, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the Company may reasonably require.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Knowledge and Understanding

• In-depth knowledge of rating, forms, and underwriting requirements
• Ability to develop/oversee underwriting team.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to negotiate and be persuasive
• Ability to simplify, analyze and explain complex issues
• Ability to review processes and determine opportunities for improvement
• Ability to work at both an overview and detailed level
• Ability to manage time and projects effectively
• Ability to travel (5%)
• Ability to collaborate, think analytically, and foster relationships

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 10+ years of experience in equine farm underwriting required.
• 5 + years of management experience preferred.
• AFIS, CPCU desired.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program