Midwest Zonal Manager – Environmental at AIG

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of insurance industry experience
  • Environmental Pollution and/or Casualty insurance experience preferred
  • Analytical and quantitative skills
  • Positive, energetic, self-motivated
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
  • Well organized
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Knowledge of market segmentation, portfolio management, acquisition and distribution
  • Process and systems skills
  • High level of personal integrity
  • Analytical, proactive, and communicative
  • High working capacity and resistance to pressure
  • People management experience
  • Strong influencing and communications skills
  • Ability to work across multiple areas of company
  • Knowledge of Underwriting concepts, practices, procedures and techniques
  • Marketing and sales experience
  • High level negotiations skills
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for premium for Environmental products, including Contractor’s Pollution Liability, combined form primary General Liability and Pollution Liability, Excess, and Commercial Automobile
  • Drive consistent underwriting best practices, ensuring rate and pricing adequacy, adherence to the underwriting guidelines across the Midwest Zone
  • Manage annual renewal book of business
  • Manage annual new business objective including developing new business strategies and marketing strategies to achieve this goal
  • Develop new broker relationships and maintain existing broker relationships within the Zone
  • Participate in relationship and account stewardship activities
  • Work with other managers across Retail Casualty to develop cross marketing target lists
  • Manage Travel & Entertainment expenses incurred by your team
  • Manage Underwriting Quality Review Peer Review process
  • Achieve satisfactory UQR Audit results
  • Manage, train, and develop underwriting staff in the zone

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

UnderwritingEnvironmental InsurancePollution LiabilityContractors Pollution LiabilityGeneral LiabilityExcess InsuranceCommercial AutomobileBroker ManagementPricing StrategyRenewal ManagementNew Business DevelopmentTeam ManagementUnderwriting AuditsRisk Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What salary is offered for the Midwest Zonal Manager – Environmental position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or does it require a specific location?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What experience and skills are required for this underwriting manager role?

Candidates need 5+ years of insurance industry experience, preferably in Environmental Pollution and/or Casualty insurance, along with leadership skills, analytical and quantitative skills, strong communication, negotiation, and people management experience.

What does the company culture at AIG emphasize for this role?

AIG focuses on reimagining risk management, empowering colleagues to grow as insurance professionals, unlocking full potential, and transforming operating models to add value to customers.

What makes a strong candidate for the Midwest Zonal Manager position?

Strong candidates are positive, energetic, self-motivated with strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, negotiation, and organizational skills, plus experience in underwriting, marketing, sales, and people management.

AIG

Global insurance provider for individuals and businesses

About AIG

AIG provides a variety of insurance products and services aimed at individuals, families, and businesses. Their offerings include life insurance, retirement planning, and commercial insurance, which help clients manage risk and protect their assets. AIG operates by underwriting insurance policies and managing risk, while also investing the premiums collected to generate income. This company stands out from competitors by not only focusing on traditional insurance but also emphasizing cybersecurity and data protection to keep clients' information safe. AIG's goal is to help clients achieve financial security and peace of mind through comprehensive insurance solutions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1919Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k)
PTO
Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account

Risks

Sale of personal travel business may reduce AIG's market presence in travel insurance.
Expansion in Atlanta could pose financial risks if expected growth does not materialize.
Deconsolidation of Corebridge Financial might lead to loss of synergies and increased costs.

Differentiation

AIG offers a wide range of insurance products globally, serving diverse client needs.
Corebridge Financial, a subsidiary, enhances AIG's offerings in retirement planning and financial futures.
AIG emphasizes cybersecurity and data protection, ensuring clients' information remains secure.

Upsides

AI adoption in underwriting and claims processing enhances efficiency and reduces costs for AIG.
InsurTech partnerships offer AIG opportunities to enhance digital capabilities and drive innovation.
Telematics and usage-based insurance allow AIG to offer personalized and flexible products.

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