VP, Underwriting Leader, P&C Binding Atlanta, GA

VP, Underwriting Leader, P&C Binding

We are one of the largest wholesale insurance intermediaries in the United States with expertise in wholesale brokerage, binding authority, and program management. The common thread woven throughout our success story is our collaborative and driven team of people. Our teams are empowered and work together to find solutions. We have a passion culture with teamwork, collaboration and a focus on growing individuals and giving them the tools & development opportunities to have a successful career.

Objective :

Drive the strategic growth and operational excellence of the underwriting division, ensuring alignment with the company's long-term vision and market leadership goals.

Strategic Responsibilities :

Leadership & Vision : Develop, communicate and implement a long term, strategic vision for the binding team, focusing on market expansion, innovative, consistent and sustainable underwriting practices and succession planning.

Talent Development : Mentor and develop the underwriting team, aligning their goals with the company's strategic vision, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and create opportunities for continuous growth and learning.

Operational Excellence : Oversee and refine underwriting procedures, guidelines, and best practices, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and support strategic objectives.

Client & Partner Management : Cultivate and strengthen strategic relationships with key clients and partners, ensuring alignment with the company's growth objectives and compliance standards.

Business Development : Lead the strategic planning process to achieve annual and long-term business goals, identifying high-impact opportunities for growth.

Product Innovation : Spearhead product development initiatives, negotiating with insurance carriers to enhance program offerings and maintain competitive advantage.

Customer Experience : Drive initiatives to exceed customer expectations, fostering long-term loyalty and satisfaction among key agents and brokers.

Actuarial Strategy : Evaluate program actuarial results, leveraging data-driven insights to negotiate with carriers and optimize pricing strategies.

Financial Oversight : Monitor premium and rate variance, participating in strategic pricing reviews, budget planning, and territory assessments to ensure financial targets are met.

Technology Integration : Champion the adoption of ConceptOne (Agency Management System), driving process improvements and ensuring full integration with business operations.

Requirements :

Educational Background : Bachelor's degree in business or a related field is highly preferred, with a focus on strategic management.

Experience : Minimum of 7 years in Commercial Lines Underwriting, with at least 5 years in leadership roles, demonstrating strategic impact.

Technological Proficiency : High level of technology literacy related to policy issuance platforms and strategic report creation.

Professional Certifications : CPCU, CIC designation is a plus, reflecting a commitment to professional excellence and strategic thinking.

Strategic Skills : Exceptional presentation skills, strategic communication with executives, and the ability to navigate complex business environments with professional tact and social awareness.

Want the opportunity to build something new? Expand your knowledge and stretch your experience through new and emerging risks? Have your voice heard, your skills properly applied, and to add tangible value to an organization? You're in the right place.

Jencap is dynamic, bold, tenacious, and trusted in the industry. Here, you are not just one of the many, you are one of us. We truly are better together.

Jencap is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or familial status, disability status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard, as we believe that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients.