Underwriting Manager

IAT Insurance Group

Underwriting Manager overseeing a hybrid team in property and casualty insurance, focused on management and development of underwriting practices across multiple states.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeCheshire • Connecticut, Illinois, New Jersey, North Carolina, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,560 - $157,950 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manages the work activities, performance, and professional development of the underwriting department, including leading and supporting a geographically dispersed remote team.
Manage agency relationships and book management.
Coach underwriting leaders, mentor underwriters, and contribute to the design and delivery of underwriting training programs; travel is required.
Makes recommendations on underwriting policy and pricing strategy to Business Unit Lead.
Reviews and manages the application of underwriting policy and pricing for all risks.
Drive key initiatives and business strategies.
Represent the organization at key industry events and conduct agency visits.
Partner with the Product department to develop new products and enhance underwriting approaches.
Work with the Claims team to review large loss reports and take corrective action when necessary.
Work with the Actuarial team to review pricing, underwriting results, and portfolio performance.
Coordinate with the Marketing team to communicate value propositions and underwriting messages to agency partners.
Stay current on state and territory regulatory requirements, industry activity, and market trends.
Lead and participate in projects as assigned.
Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5+ years of commercial insurance experience, or equivalent experience.
Solid understanding of the Property & Casualty insurance industry.
Experience with Excess and Surplus lines underwriting.
Expertise in underwriting complex or unfamiliar risks.
Ability to apply loss development and advanced loss analysis concepts to achieve optimal risk pricing.
Ability to creatively structure coverage features, deductibles, and reinsurance solutions to meet company objectives.
Authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment purposes.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off
Hybrid work environment
Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
Healthcare and Wellness Programs
Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
College Loan Assistance Support Plan
Educational Assistance Program
Mentorship Program
Dress for Your Day Policy

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Hard Skills & Tools

underwritingpricing strategyloss developmentadvanced loss analysisExcess and Surplus lines underwritingrisk pricingcoverage structuringdeductiblesreinsurance solutionscommercial insurance

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingmentoringcommunicationteam managementstrategic thinkingproject managementrelationship managementproblem-solvingadaptability