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Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)
Please review the following 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. The core function of this role centers on balancing underwriting authority with leadership accountability, including setting underwriting strategy, managing portfolio performance, and supporting business growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Followingis a summary of the essential functions for this jobOther duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned belowSpecific activities may change from time to time
Lead underwriting strategy and decision-making for complex risks, including evaluating, approving, and guiding riskselectionand 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, providingexpertiseand resolution for challenging risk scenarios
Develop andmaintainstrong relationships with brokers, agents, and market partners to support growth and strategic initiatives
Coach, mentor, and develop underwriting staff to enhance technicalexpertiseand 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,skilland/or ability requiredReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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 growthobjectivesthrough underwriting strategy and portfolio management
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Relevant certifications such as CPCU or equivalent professional designations preferred. Appropriate state-specific insurance licensesrequiredbased on role responsibilities.
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Advancedexpertisein underwriting, riskselection, 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
Proficiencyin underwriting systems, tools, and data analytics to support decision-making
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of CRC Group: At CRC Group, we're committed to supporting every aspect of teammates' well-being – physical, emotional, financial, social, and professional. Our best-in-class benefits program is designed to care for the whole you, offering a wide range of coverage and support. 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 programs, 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.
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CRC Group is all about progress.
CRC Group is a leading, fully independent pure-play brokerage and underwriting specialty insurance distributor. Our teams offer highly personalized service fueled by efficient distribution, local relationships, and data-driven insights across the risk spectrum. Our mission is to give our people and businesses the scope, resources, and support they need to be their best.
The power to achieve more.
United by our shared core values and client-first approach, our specialty wholesale and underwriting insurance businesses work across all markets, serving a wide range of clients.
With an independent spirit fueling our people, the most advanced industry technology at their fingertips, and an unwavering commitment to doing things right, CRC Group is your secret weapon, ensuring nothing gets in the way of your success.
Our core values add real value.
Our ambition is to be the best specialty insurance distributor you'll ever work with. Doing that means focusing relentlessly on you and your clients. We've boiled our approach down to three values. They define our culture, guide our actions, and get results for you.
Placing you first.
We're all about your success. Whether you're a retail broker, a carrier partner, or one of our talented team who makes our business tick.
Always seeking better.
No matter how good our products and services are, we look for ways we can make them even better. We identify, invest in, and deliver them.
Doing it right.
There's no substitute for discipline in insurance, so we never risk the outcome for the sake of doing a deal. Doing it right is the only way we'll do it.
CRC Group divisions include: CRC Specialty, CRC Benefits, CRC Underwriting.
