Commercial Underwriting Supervisor

Description:

Commercial Underwriting Supervisor

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

Purpose Of Position

This position is responsible for underwriting moderate to complex property/casualty policies to contribute to a profitable portfolio of business within Manitoba and Saskatchewan. They contribute to achieving projected objectives for brokers by monitoring and controlling quality of business underwritten. This position involves working closely with a group of brokers to leverage a strong relationship in creating new business opportunities.

Underwriting

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:
 

• Review, quote and manage commercial mid-market requests for new business, endorsements, and renewals.
• Assess risk and apply effective underwriting practices to maximize profitability.
• Consult with management in unique risk scenarios to maintain quality and risk selection outside of established authority levels.
• Implement and negotiate facultative reinsurance.
• Influence the development and deployment of commercial lines products.
• Maintain knowledge of current market and industry trends, pricing levels and policy form amendments.
• Monitor review and report on activity and results.
• Request inspection based on Loss Prevention Guidelines
• Various projects/initiatives as required.
• Assist in training and mentoring of underwriters I.
   

Customer Service
 

• Participate in insurance industry events and broker visits.
• Provide and maintain excellent levels of customer service.
• Frequent travel to broker offices to conduct in-person meetings.
• Cultivate relationships with brokers and reinsurance partners.
• Work cross-functionally within Red River Mutual departments (marketing, human resources, broker relations, loss prevention, claims etc.)
   

Qualification And Skills
 

• 3-5 years’ underwriting experience