Director, Regional Technical Underwriting - Small Commercial Lines (Property)

Nationwide Insurance; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned underwriting professional to lead national strategies in small commercial lines. This role emphasizes innovation in underwriting capabilities, focusing on building effective strategies while anticipating future industry needs. With a commitment to exceptional customer care, the company values associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary service. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for leadership and collaboration, ensuring that you play a pivotal role in shaping the future of underwriting at a national level.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Pension

Qualifications

• 10-15 years in commercial lines underwriting experience required.
• Strong leadership and strategic skills essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Define line strategy and monitor mix at national levels.
• Upskill underwriting associates based on feedback and consultations.

Skills

Commercial Lines Underwriting

Insurance Technology Automation

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Skills

Education

Business or Risk Management Degree

CPCU or Similar Designation

Job description

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

About the Role

In our new operating model for Small Commercial at Nationwide, this role will focus on creating world-class underwriting capabilities within the small commercial organization at a national level. The shift away from regional technical support means that the role will now concentrate on national underwriting strategy for Property lines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Defining line strategy and monitoring the mix at the line, geography, and class levels nationally.
2. Upskilling underwriting associates based on feedback loops from our quality organization and consultations with associates.
3. Building strategies for today while anticipating future industry needs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Develop and support underwriting standards, practices, and appetite for Small Commercial.
• Support local and national strategies through collaboration and leadership.
• Participate in audits and quality initiatives to enhance underwriting skills.

Qualifications and Skills

Education in Business, Risk Management, or related fields; CPCU or similar industry designation preferred. 10-15 years in commercial lines underwriting, with 3+ years in insurance technology automation. Strong leadership, communication, and strategic skills are essential.

Additional Information

This position reports to the AVP, National Underwriting – Small CL, and may have direct and indirect reports. The work environment is a normal office setting with monthly travel required. The role is exempt from overtime eligibility.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, holidays, 401(k), pension, and more. Nationwide is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.