Director, Group Underwriting – Growth & Strategy

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD); Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Education benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD) is seeking a Director of Group Underwriting in the Newark, NJ area. You will lead a regional underwriting team focused on Premier and National Accounts, driving profitability, retention, and risk management across a diverse client portfolio.

The role requires a strategic leader with deep underwriting expertise, strong stakeholder collaboration, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Group Insurance underwriting experience with leadership responsibility.
• Proven ability to manage complex portfolios with profitability and growth.
• Strong understanding of underwriting principles, pricing, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing underwriting team with a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
• Own underwriting results for a portfolio including profitability, retention, and risk management.
• Shape segment and enterprise-wide strategies; influence pricing and market approach.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication & influence

Tools

Excel

Job description

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD) is seeking a Director of Group Underwriting in the Newark, NJ area. You will lead a regional underwriting team focused on Premier and National Accounts, driving profitability, retention, and risk management across a diverse client portfolio.

The role requires a strategic leader with deep underwriting expertise, strong stakeholder collaboration, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.