Southwest Regional Office Director

-

As a Regional Office Director, you will be responsible for leading and managing the underwriting activities for a designated branch or office.  You will be accountable for establishing agency partnerships and marketing our products to grow a profitable book of smaller commercial surety business. 

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:

• Supervise and guide a team of underwriters and support staff 

• Ensure efficient and effective underwriting processes while maintaining high standards of risk assessment and customer service

• Review and approve complex and escalated underwriting decisions, providing guidance and expertise 

• Ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines, regulatory guidelines, and company policies 

• Analyze underwriting data, including risk factors, loss history, and market trends, to make informed decisions 

• Lead and motivate the branch underwriting team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment 

• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to enhance underwriting skills and productivity 

• Collaborate with agents, brokers, and internal stakeholders to address underwriting inquiries and resolve issues 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key business partners to support business growth and retention 

• Implement underwriting best practices and process improvements to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency 

• Conduct quality assurance reviews to maintain underwriting accuracy and consistency 

Technical Knowledge and Understanding:

• Strong technical underwriting expertise, including knowledge of insurance principles, risk assessment, and policy coverage 

• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and provide solutions 

• Leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on coaching, development, and performance management 

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships and managing stakeholder expectations 

• Proficiency in underwriting software systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe. 

• Quantitative analysis skills 

• Time management and prioritization skills 

• Able to multi-task and collaborate effectively with others in a high-performance team environment 

• Ability to work independently and perform quality work within deadlines 

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance, Finance, or related field is required

• Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g. AFSB, CPCU, etc.) is preferred 

• Proven experience (typically 10+ years) in underwriting roles within the insurance industry, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial position

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.
#LI-Hybrid
 

-

At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement.  We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program