Head of Commercial Marine Underwriting & Growth

Mission US

United States

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first work environment (US)

Health insurance

401K with match

Life and disability

Paid time off

11 holidays

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Mission Underwriting Services is seeking a strategic Head of Commercial Marine Underwriting to lead and grow our nationwide marine underwriting operation. This executive role shapes underwriting appetite, portfolio performance, broker and carrier relationships, and talent development for profitable growth.

The ideal candidate has deep ocean and commercial marine underwriting expertise across marinas, yacht clubs, boat dealers, and charter operations.

Qualifications

10+ years of commercial marine and/or ocean marine underwriting experience.
5+ years of underwriting leadership or management experience.
Experience with marinas, yacht clubs, boat dealers, charter and excursion vessels, and commercial fishing vessels.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the underwriting strategy for the commercial marine portfolio.
Establish underwriting guidelines, authority levels, pricing strategies, and risk selection standards.
Maintain portfolio profitability while driving sustainable premium growth.
Evaluate large, complex marine risks requiring executive underwriting authority.
Monitor loss trends, market conditions, and emerging marine exposures.
Oversee performance of the commercial marine book with key metrics.
Partner with actuarial, claims, and carrier partners to optimize results.
Identify opportunities to expand product offerings, market segments, and geographic reach.
Lead portfolio reviews and underwriting audits.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing underwriting team.
Coach on underwriting analysis, broker negotiations, and portfolio management.
Recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning involvement.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Build and maintain broker relationships nationwide.
Represent at industry events and broker meetings.
Collaborate with distribution teams on growth opportunities.