Underwriting Team Lead

200 CRC Insurance Svcs LLC; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

200 CRC Insurance Svcs LLC is looking for a Lead Underwriter to oversee underwriting operations in Massachusetts. In this role, you will lead strategic risk selection and manage a team to ensure profitability and adherence to standards.

The ideal candidate should have extensive underwriting experience, preferably in commercial or specialty lines, and proven leadership abilities. This position offers a competitive salary between $100,000 and $125,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within underwriting, including commercial or specialty lines.
• Proven leadership experience managing underwriting teams and driving performance outcomes.
• Demonstrated success in achieving profitability and growth objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting strategy and decision‐making for complex risks.
• Manage and oversee underwriting operations according to company policies.
• Monitor portfolio performance to achieve profitability and growth.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and market partners.
• Coach and mentor underwriting staff for career progression.
• Evaluate market trends to inform underwriting strategy.

Skills

Underwriting expertise

Leadership

Financial analysis

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

Negotiation skills

Education

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

CPCU or equivalent certification

Tools

Underwriting systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

The Lead Underwriter is responsible for leading underwriting operations within a specialized segment, driving profitability through strategic risk selection and portfolio management. This role provides leadership and oversight to underwriting teams while ensuring adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting strategy and decision‐making for complex risks, including evaluating, approving, and guiding risk selection and coverage structure
• Manage and oversee underwriting operations, ensuring adherence to carrier guidelines, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor portfolio performance and adjust underwriting practices to achieve profitability, growth, and risk‐management objectives
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to underwriting teams to ensure consistent execution, quality, and performance outcomes
• Serve as an escalation point for complex underwriting issues, providing expertise and resolution for challenging risk scenarios
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, and market partners to support growth and strategic initiatives
• Coach, mentor, and develop underwriting staff to enhance technical expertise and support career progression
• Evaluate market trends, competitor activity, and data insights to inform pricing, product development, and underwriting strategy

Education and Experience

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field preferred
• Extensive experience within underwriting, including commercial or specialty lines
• Proven leadership experience managing underwriting teams and driving performance outcomes
• Demonstrated success in achieving profitability and growth objectives through underwriting strategy and portfolio management

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Relevant certifications such as CPCU or equivalent professional designations preferred. Appropriate state‑specific insurance licenses required based on role responsibilities.

Functional Skills

• Advanced expertise in underwriting, risk selection, and portfolio management
• Strong leadership and people‑management capabilities across underwriting teams
• Financial acumen, including ability to analyze portfolio performance and profitability drivers
• Strategic thinking and ability to translate market insights into underwriting action
• Strong negotiation and relationship‑management skills with brokers and market partners
• Proficiency in underwriting systems, tools, and data analytics to support decision‑making

The annual base salary for this position is $100,000.00 – $125,000.00.

Benefits

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, 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. EEO is the law. Pay Transparency. Nondiscrimination Provision. E‑Verify.