Lead Property & Casualty Underwriting Team

Ryan Specialty; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Specialty seeks a Property and Casualty Underwriting Supervisor to lead the Underwriting team and train underwriters and assistants while collaborating with carriers and brokers in a fast-paced setting.

You will provide direction, oversee workflow, and ensure adherence to company guidelines, with emphasis on risk assessment, staffing, and performance metrics. This role offers bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Property, Casualty, or Professional/Executive Liability lines.
• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience; or Master's with 3 years preferred.
• 2+ years in a Leadership Role a plus.
• Ability to manage organizational change and lead in a team-based environment.
• Ability to plan, forecast, and set objectives and determine the best course of action.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage the demands of the position and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite within authority levels.
• Provide direction, assistance, and supervision to assigned property and casualty professionals.
• Analyze key indicators and data to identify opportunities to improve workflow and operations.
• Establish and maintain staffing levels to meet team needs and goals.
• Communicate team goals and assist members in achieving them, maintaining metrics.
• Identify and communicate risks to Loss Control and Underwriting.
• Guide team on risk acceptability per guidelines and standards.
• Monitor decisions through audits and referrals; address issues individually or via training.
• Assist in evaluating and prioritizing submissions and pricing risks for underwriting profit.
• Monthly reporting on progress toward team goals.
• Participate in management calls and projects to improve new business processes.
• Select, manage, and direct outside vendors.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience or Master's + 3 years

2+ years in a leadership role

State P&C license

CPCU/RPLU or similar designation a plus

Job description

Ryan Specialty seeks a Property and Casualty Underwriting Supervisor to lead the Underwriting team and train underwriters and assistants while collaborating with carriers and brokers in a fast-paced setting.

You will provide direction, oversee workflow, and ensure adherence to company guidelines, with emphasis on risk assessment, staffing, and performance metrics. This role offers bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits.