VP Underwriting: Builders Risk & Team Leadership

Howden Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401k with company match

Paid volunteer days

Job summary

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking an AVP/VP Underwriter for the Builders Risk division in a leadership capacity. The role focuses on defining underwriting strategy, managing a 1-5 person team, and growing a profitable national construction portfolio.

The ideal candidate will own broker relationships, drive portfolio growth, and collaborate with product, claims, and actuarial teams to optimize profitability. Travel up to 30% is required, with a competitive salary range of $140,000–$200,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management or a related field preferred.
• Proven underwriting experience and leadership capabilities.
• Strong broker relationships and portfolio growth focus.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute underwriting strategy for builders risk portfolio.
• Lead and develop a team of underwriters (1-5) and manage performance.
• Cultivate broker relationships and corporate partnerships.
• Ensure profitability targets and alignment with product, claims, and actuarial.
• Monitor risk, capacity, and pricing within underwriting guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Underwriting strategy

Broker relationships

Team management

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in risk management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking an AVP/VP Underwriter for the Builders Risk division in a leadership capacity. The role focuses on defining underwriting strategy, managing a 1-5 person team, and growing a profitable national construction portfolio.

The ideal candidate will own broker relationships, drive portfolio growth, and collaborate with product, claims, and actuarial teams to optimize profitability. Travel up to 30% is required, with a competitive salary range of $140,000–$200,000.