Lead Underwriter – Strategy & Portfolio Growth

CRC Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

New parent leave

Restricted stock units

Deferred compensation

Job summary

CRC Group is seeking a Lead Underwriter in New York to lead underwriting strategy for complex risks and manage portfolio profitability. You will oversee underwriting operations, ensure adherence to guidelines, and drive growth while mentoring teams and improving risk selection.

The role focuses on balancing authority with leadership accountability, developing pricing structures, and building relationships with brokers and market partners to support strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience leading underwriting teams and driving performance.
• Strong understanding of profitability and portfolio management.
• Familiarity with carrier guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated success in complex risk evaluation and coverage structuring.

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting strategy and decision-making for complex risks, including risk evaluation and coverage structure.
• Oversee underwriting operations, ensuring compliance with carrier guidelines and regulations.
• Monitor portfolio performance and adjust practices to achieve profitability and growth.
• Provide leadership and oversight to underwriting teams for consistent execution and performance.
• Serve as escalation point for complex underwriting issues and risk scenarios.
• Develop strong relationships with brokers, agents, and market partners.
• Coach and mentor underwriting staff to enhance expertise and career progression.
• Evaluate market trends and data insights to inform pricing and strategy.

Skills

Leadership experience

Advanced underwriting

Risk assessment & portfolio management

Team mentorship

Negotiation & stakeholder management

Data analytics for underwriting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field

Experience in commercial or specialty underwriting

Tools

Underwriting systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

CRC Group is seeking a Lead Underwriter in New York to lead underwriting strategy for complex risks and manage portfolio profitability. You will oversee underwriting operations, ensure adherence to guidelines, and drive growth while mentoring teams and improving risk selection.

The role focuses on balancing authority with leadership accountability, developing pricing structures, and building relationships with brokers and market partners to support strategic objectives.