Hybrid Director of Underwriting Operations

Amerisure Insurance; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Amerisure Insurance in the United States is seeking a Director of Underwriting Operations to lead a team focused on executing underwriting strategy and developing talent. This hybrid role requires 3 days in the local office and 2 days from home, with potential placement in Dallas, Phoenix, or other major offices.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, process optimization, and strategic alignment with company goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work-related experience.
• 7 years middle market marketing and underwriting experience.
• 3 years management experience of middle market underwriters preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong leadership capability with experience in building and leading highly successful teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strategic thinker with analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct staff with emphasis on talent management and succession planning in line with strategic direction.
• Develop action plans and execute the overall underwriting portfolio strategy.
• Drive team performance by monitoring issues and implementing solutions.
• Manage underwriter workloads and staffing levels to meet objectives and customer needs.
• Improve efficiency and develop procedures to increase productivity.
• Ensure adherence to guidelines and compliance policies in underwriting.
• Provide guidance and feedback to align the team with underwriting strategy and initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to achieve company goals.
• Leverage data-driven insights to optimize underwriting performance across the department.
• Monitor market trends and advance technical expertise toposition the department for success.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Amerisure Insurance in the United States is seeking a Director of Underwriting Operations to lead a team focused on executing underwriting strategy and developing talent. This hybrid role requires 3 days in the local office and 2 days from home, with potential placement in Dallas, Phoenix, or other major offices.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, process optimization, and strategic alignment with company goals.