Senior Vice President - Environmental

200 CRC Insurance Svcs LLC; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

CRC Group seeks an accomplished Underwriting Consultant to provide expert analysis of complex risk exposures and guide underwriters and business leaders in alignment with regulations and market standards.

The role emphasizes strategic risk decisions, portfolio management, and collaboration with actuarial, legal, and product teams to design innovative insurance solutions. 10+ years of experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive underwriting experience in property, casualty, or specialty lines with demonstrated expertise in complex accounts.
• Proven track record of advising underwriting teams and influencing strategic risk decisions.
• Experience working with regulatory compliance frameworks and insurance rating methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex and high-value submissions to determine risk acceptance, pricing strategy, and coverage terms.
• Provide expert consultation and mentoring to underwriters on risk analysis, policy structuring, and portfolio management.
• Develop and implement underwriting guidelines, best practices, and quality control measures to maintain compliance and reduce exposure.
• Collaborate with actuarial, legal, and product teams to design innovative insurance solutions and pricing models.
• Analyze market trends, loss ratios, and competitor data to inform product positioning and underwriting strategy.
• Assist in resolving escalated underwriting issues and negotiating terms with brokers and clients on specialty risks.
• Contribute to training programs, thought leadership initiatives, and technology adoption to enhance underwriting capabilities.

Skills

Risk assessment

Policy analysis

Negotiation

Data analytics

Underwriting systems

Insurance knowledge

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Risk

Tools

Underwriting systems

Data analytics tools

Reporting platforms

Job description

If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation.

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Language Fluency: English (Required)

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

The Underwriting Consultant provides advanced expertise in assessing, analyzing, and managing complex risk exposures, offering strategic guidance to underwriters and business leaders. This role ensures underwriting practices align with organizational objectives, market standards, and regulatory requirements while driving profitable growth and delivering insights for complex or specialized accounts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

• Evaluate complex and high-value submissions to determine risk acceptance, pricing strategy, and coverage terms.
• Provide expert consultation and mentoring to underwriters on risk analysis, policy structuring, and portfolio management.
• Develop and implement underwriting guidelines, best practices, and quality control measures to maintain compliance and reduce exposure.
• Collaborate with actuarial, legal, and product teams to design innovative insurance solutions and pricing models.
• Analyze market trends, loss ratios, and competitor data to inform product positioning and underwriting strategy.
• Assist in resolving escalated underwriting issues and negotiating terms with brokers and clients on specialty risks.
• Contribute to training programs, thought leadership initiatives, and technology adoption to enhance underwriting capabilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive underwriting experience in property, casualty, or specialty lines with demonstrated expertise in complex accounts.
• Proven track record of advising underwriting teams and influencing strategic risk decisions.
• Experience working with regulatory compliance frameworks and insurance rating methodologies.

CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES / REGISTRATIONS

• Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation is preferred.
• Associate in Underwriting (AU) certification is an advantage.
• State-specific insurance licenses may be required depending on jurisdiction.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Advanced risk assessment and policy analysis skills.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency in underwriting systems, data analytics tools, and reporting platforms.
• Deep understanding of insurance products, regulations, and market dynamics.
• Leadership ability to mentor and guide diverse underwriting teams.
• Strategic problem-solving and process improvement orientation.

The annual base salary for this position is $220,000.00 - $280,000.00.

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of CRC Group

At CRC Group, we're committed to supporting every aspect of teammates' well‑being – physical, emotional, financial, social, and professional. Our best‑in‑class benefits program is designed to care for the whole you, offering a wide range of coverage and support.

• Eligible full-time teammates enjoy access to medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance; tax-advantaged savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan with company match.
• CRC Group also offers generous paid time off programs, including company holidays, vacation and sick days, new parent leave, and more.
• Eligible positions may also qualify for restricted stock units and/or a deferred compensation plan.

CRC Group supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law.

CRC Group is a Drug Free Workplace.

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Why CRC Group?

• Growth: Advance your career with our learning and leadership development programs.
• Innovation: Work in a forward-thinking environment that values new ideas.
• Community: Be part of a supportive team that celebrates success together.
• Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation, health benefits, and retirement plans.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek passionate individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you value integrity and are driven to succeed, CRC Group is the place for you.

Join CRC Group, a leader in specialty wholesale insurance, and take your career to new heights. We're a dynamic team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and excellence.