Underwriting Manager - Professional Liability

The Jacobson Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional liability insurance company is seeking an experienced Underwriting Manager to oversee underwriting operations and policy issuance. This mid-senior level position requires a strong background in insurance, specifically in directors and officers liability. Responsibilities include developing underwriting programs, reviewing complex risks, and leading underwriting staff. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and possess an Indiana insurance agent license. This is a full-time role based in Indianapolis with occasional travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business experience required.
• Strong background in professional liability insurance is essential.
• Indiana resident insurance agent license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate underwriting operations and policy issuance activities.
• Assist in the development and management of underwriting programs and guidelines.
• Review and approve complex risks to ensure compliance and profitability.

Skills

Strong understanding of directors and officers liability

Ability to review complex risks

Effective communication skills

Leadership and coaching abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.)

Job description

Underwriting Manager - Professional Liability

Our client, a professional liability insurance company, is seeking an experienced Underwriting Manager to join their team. This full-time role reports to the VP of Underwriting and Chief Underwriting Officer and is responsible for overseeing and coordinating underwriting operations and policy issuance activities.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and management of underwriting programs, policies, and guidelines.
• Act as a primary contact for underwriting matters with business partners.
• Review complex risks and programs to ensure compliance, consistency, and profitability.
• Approve, modify, or decline complex or unusual risks, escalating to senior leadership as appropriate.
• Evaluate departmental operations and metrics, driving improvements in workflow efficiency.
• Negotiate facultative reinsurance agreements and assign underwriting and binding authority.
• Collaborate with Compliance and Product Development on policy and endorsement development, including regulatory filings.
• Prepare underwriting reports for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Participate in company strategy development and oversee special projects as needed.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate underwriting staff, supporting ongoing training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) or equivalent relevant business experience required.
• Strong background in directors and officers liability and/or professional liability insurance required.
• Indiana resident insurance agent license in property and casualty (including surplus lines), or the ability to obtain licensure promptly; multi-state licensing also required.
• Prior supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with excess and surplus lines and financial institutions is a plus.
• Willingness to travel approximately 5–10%, including occasional overnight or weekend travel.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management

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