Underwriting Manager

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance
Location: Detroit
Posted on: January 21, 2025

Job Description:

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $104500.00 - $320100.00 Job Category: Underwriting Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role. Description The Senior Underwriting Manager leads a team of Underwriters or Underwriting Managers. Holds a full suite of management responsibilities for the team: attraction, development, pay and performance management, and communication of underwriting strategy. May include monitoring how well managers within the team are delivering leadership responsibilities. May contribute to planning and strategy development for the business area owned by manager. Responsibilities Drives a culture of underwriting excellence across entire portfolio. Drives change initiatives within the team. Maintains a visible external profile and excellent relationships with external brokers/agents, partners and stakeholders, leveraging these relationships to help the team achieve their goals and expand their own networks. Acts as a point of escalation/referral on particularly tricky or novel underwriting decisions. Upholds and exemplifies Liberty`s value proposition across the business and market. May cover for manager where required. Accountable for the performance of a portfolio (or part thereof) within a sub-segment of business underwritten by the team. Specific technical responsibilities (e.g., related to planning, portfolio management, marketing, product development etc.). May continue underwriting specific policies and delivering the work of an Underwriter. Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required A minimum of 10 years progressive underwriting experience expected, including a minimum of 2 years of proven underwriting management experience, preferred CRIS, CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate high impact underwriting risks within scope of responsibility Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses and information Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external partners required Must possess the following skills, abilities and attributes: strong leadership skills, development of people, strategic thinking, sustained effective portfolio management and profitable growth, communications skills, decision-making skills, results-oriented, industrious, innovative, problem-solving skills, coaching and mentoring skills, and negotiating skills About Us As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally. At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow. We are proud to support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, where all employees feel a sense of community, belonging and can do their best work. Our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer a centralized, open space to bring employees and allies together to connect, learn and engage. We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Fair Chance Notices California Los Angeles Incorporated Los Angeles Unincorporated Philadelphia San Francisco Employment Type: Full Time

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