Wholesale Underwriting Practice Lead — Growth & Strategy

Acrisure Trade Credit; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Wellness program

Parental leave

Job summary

Acrisure is seeking a Practice Lead to drive strategy, growth, and profitability within the Production Underwriting division. The role demands executive relationship building with agents and carriers and leadership of high-performing underwriting teams.

The position focuses on profitability, underwriting standards, and market access while guiding teams through complex risks and negotiations. On-site presence is expected with a strong leadership voice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of wholesale insurance underwriting and brokerage experience with a demonstrated history of production success.
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience managing underwriting, sales, or production teams.
• State insurance licensing required; CPCU, CIC, AU, ARM, CRIS, or similar professional designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic vision, growth plans, and production objectives for the Production Underwriting division.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key retail agents, carrier partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Provide oversight of underwriting performance, portfolio management, and brokerage operations.
• Lead, coach, and develop Senior Production Underwriters and underwriting teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Wholesale insurance

Underwriting knowledge

Relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Insurance

Professional designations preferred

State licensing required

Job description

Acrisure is seeking a Practice Lead to drive strategy, growth, and profitability within the Production Underwriting division. The role demands executive relationship building with agents and carriers and leadership of high-performing underwriting teams.

The position focuses on profitability, underwriting standards, and market access while guiding teams through complex risks and negotiations. On-site presence is expected with a strong leadership voice.