Senior Personal Lines Leader - Underwriting & Compliance

Jonus Group; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jonus Group in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an experienced Personal Lines Manager or Vice President to lead the Personal Lines department. This full-time, in-office role combines strategic oversight with hands-on supervision, ensuring underwriting integrity and regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in insurance, with 5+ years in underwriting and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of insurance experience, including 5+ years in underwriting within a carrier environment.
• 5+ years of staff management experience.
• Proven track record of creating and placing new business and establishing relationships within the independent retail agency system.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for the Personal Lines department, ensuring underwriting integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Hire, mentor, and develop staff, including overseeing onboarding and career development opportunities.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and establish collaborative goals for team success.
• Prepare and manage the department's annual budget, including premium, income, expenses, and salaries.
• Monitor and maintain P&L authority for the department, analyzing underwriting metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Lead the development of product enhancements based on industry trends and book performance.
• Manage relationships with carriers and agencies, ensuring acceptable loss ratios and timely reporting.
• Oversee underwriting policies, guidelines, and appetite, identifying emerging industry trends and developing market-leading solutions.
• Conduct monthly audits, prepare for carrier audits, and respond to findings as required.
• Drive profitable top-line premiums and recommend new market opportunities.
• Ensure team productivity, policy retention, and process efficiency through effective workflow management.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Insurance and Risk Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jonus Group in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an experienced Personal Lines Manager or Vice President to lead the Personal Lines department. This full-time, in-office role combines strategic oversight with hands-on supervision, ensuring underwriting integrity and regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in insurance, with 5+ years in underwriting and proven leadership.