Underwriting Manager – Real Estate

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Underwriting Manager overseeing a team of Underwriters on the Real Estate Umbrella program. Ensuring underwriting integrity and exceptional customer experience through data-driven decision-making.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced technical underwriting expertise and strong leadership skills in managing and mentoring a team of Underwriters. Proficient in data analytics for monitoring profitability and compliance with underwriting guidelines and insurance regulations.

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Advanced Technical Underwriting ExpertiseCommercial Insurance Underwriting ExperienceData Analytics for Profitability MonitoringTeam Management and SupervisionStrong Communication and Negotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Underwriting GuidelinesRisk SelectionPricing AssessmentCoverage AssessmentPortfolio Performance MonitoringStrategic Pricing ModelsQuality Control ProcessService Level Agreement ManagementContinuous Improvement PracticesInsurance Regulations Compliance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAnalytical Problem-SolvingDetail OrientedOrganizational SkillsProactive Self-Starter

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Insurance DesignationInsurance License

Industry Keywords

Commercial InsuranceUnderwriting OperationsMarket IntelligenceProgram ManagementCustomer Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage, mentor and coach Underwriters in technical and professional skills
Supervise the underwriting operations while providing guidance to a team of Underwriters
Monitor and report on portfolio performance and execute on strategic pricing and growth models
Administer and ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, rating rules and insurance regulations
Work with Program Managers to strengthen and grow designated programs
Partner with Sales Executives and Program Managers to ensure fluid communication and alignment
Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers
Create, coordinate and participate in underwriting training
Foster an environment conducive to continuous improvement
Solve for root cause problems and provide a resolution path
Recommend and implement changes to improve workflow, productivity, growth, profitability and quality
Monitor, manage and report on Service Level Agreement to key stakeholders
Participate and ensure quality control process
Obtain and understand market intel and trends
Underwrite as needed; risk selection, pricing and coverage assessment based on underwriting guidelines
Limited travel may be required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
7+ years commercial insurance underwriting experience
3+ years with direct supervision and/or management of people
Advanced technical underwriting expertise with a high level of insurance knowledge & underwriting practices
Data analytics to monitor profitability of products, rate achievement, and SLA’s
High energy, pro-active self-starter with a strong sense of urgency
Ability to set and meet goals by obtaining buy-in from management, peers and associates
Interpersonal skills necessary to achieve desired goals and interact effectively
High level of confidence, integrity, energy and enthusiasm
Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
Highly detail oriented
Superior organization skills including the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Professional insurance designation(s) preferred
Insurance license per state requirements preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Summer Fridays (Leave at 2:00PM all Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day).
Great healthcare coverage including Medical, Vision, and Dental.
401k with 4% company match. Immediately 100% vested.
Life, disability and supplemental insurance.
Growth and development opportunities.
Wellness Benefits including an Employee Assistance Program.
Work/Life Balance with generous time off policy including PTO and paid holidays, Summer Hours, Dependent Daycare flexible spending account, paid parental leave, a commuter account, and a sabbatical every 7 years.