Underwriter Manager - Public Entity Multiline - Remote Position

Job Description

Job Description

Why Paragon? In 2014, Paragon was incepted in a Starbucks coffee shop with a simple strategy build the MGA that we would want to work for.

Years later, Paragon is one of the fastest growing MGAs in the country. Our secret? A dedication to diversity and agility.

We realized from the start that a commitment to thinking, acting, and rewarding "different" would resonate within the industry.

It is hard to argue with results, and the results are clear. Our diverse team of talent is reshaping an industry that has weathered "boring" and is long overdue on "different.

Whether it comes by offering better pay, benefits or growth opportunities, we will continue to aggressively invest in talent to drive our business forward.

Change is here, come be a part of it with us.

In today's complex risk environment, public entities need a team of experienced and dedicated experts on their side. The team at Trident Public Risk Solutions is uniquely qualified to meet these challenges head-on, with over 30 years in the public entity sector that's backed by the strength of our A-rated or better carrier partners.

Using a blend of traditional and customized approaches, Trident can offer a wide range of solutions to meet the needs of Public Entities.

The Underwriter Manager - Public Entity role is responsible for the daily operations and direct management of Underwriters.

In coordination with leadership, peers, and internal workgroups they will monitor and assess quality and performance standards, onboard, train and develop underwriters and ensure priorities are responsive to underwriting, production and retention objectives.

Underwriter Manager - Public Entity Multiline Remote Position

Responsibilities

• Direct leadership of a team of underwriters and territory managers.
• Coordinate with fellow leaders to ensure clear communication and understanding of goals and objectives.
• Functions as a member of the Trident Leadership Team
• Coordinates activities of underwriters and territory managers to in their assigned territory.
• Assumes a leadership role in relationships with key producer partners in support of underwriters and territory managers.
• Assists underwriters in the review, underwriting, and pricing of renewals and new business
• Assists underwriters in negotiating terms with producers.
• Onboard, train, mentor and develop underwriters and territory managers.
• Accountable for Financial Results
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, guidelines, and authority.
• Foster a learning environment while managing and motivating underwriting staff.
• Foster a collaborative environment between Territory Managers, Risk Control, Claims and Underwriting.
• Participate in Projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Management and Oversight

• Attract, develop, and retain top talent to support achievement of program objectives
• Cultivate enduring relationships with staff, carriers, agents, and producers with a focus on partnership and solutions orientation.
• Foster a culture that emphasizes profitable growth through quality risk selection and accountability to drive strong employee engagement and ownership of results.
• Coordinate across functional groups to ensure high quality support service provision to program agents and policyholders
• Ensure adherence to and compliance with carrier program authority, program guidelines and statutory requirements
• Evaluate claim history for accuracy and ensure commensurate pricing and policy terms / conditions.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
• 8 or more years of multi-line underwriting experience.
• 3 or more years of leadership experience in direct management of staff.
• Public entity experience preferred.
• Proven record of growing a book of business through new business development and retention and maintaining profitability.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.

In 2014, Paragon was incepted in a Starbucks coffee shop with a simple strategy build the MGA that we would want to work for.

Years later, Paragon is one of the fastest growing MGAs in the country. Our secret? A dedication to diversity and agility.

We realized from the start that a commitment to thinking, acting, and rewarding "different" would resonate within the industry.

It is hard to argue with results, and the results are clear.

Our diverse team of talent is reshaping an industry that has weathered "boring" and is long overdue on "different." Whether it comes by offering better pay, benefits or growth opportunities, we will continue to aggressively invest in talent to drive our business forward.

Change is here, come be a part of it with us.

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors.

Discretionary incentive compensation may be awarded. Jencap also offers a range of benefits and programs, based on eligibility, which currently include but are not limited to;

comprehensive health care coverage, a 401k plan, and tuition reimbursement. Jencap is an emerging and rapidly growing leader in the industry and as such, we approach talent acquisition as an opportunity to identify the best talent.

Therefore, the level of the role and compensation may vary depending upon the best available candidate.

Ready to have your voice heard, your talents properly utilized and to become a valued part of a rapidly growing organization?

You're in the right place.

Paragon is a dynamic, bold, and tenacious company. Join us as we continue to chart new paths, open doors and grow together.

Paragon 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 that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients.