Underwriting Supervisor-AgriBusiness Division at American Family Insurance Group

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Insurance, AgricultureIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience
Generally, a minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience or a related field
Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS) or Associate of Risk Management (ARM), or a marketing designation
Typically manages 2 or more reports
Responsible for overseeing team priorities and coordinating daily tasks
May occasionally perform tasks alongside direct reports
Operates under policies and procedures with limited oversight
Responsible for performance and coaching of staff and has a participatory role in decisions

Responsibilities

Coordinates the daily operations of the Underwriting team, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity
Conducts comprehensive reviews of risk assessments to validate and verify the accuracy of underwriting decisions
Cultivates and maintains strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive profitable growth
Collects and reviews reports and screenings, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, and external inspections, to aid in underwriting decisions
Responsible for maintaining accurate documentation of underwriting decisions and ensures compliance with state and federal insurance regulations
Assesses policy renewals and modifications, identifying potential improvements and ways to mitigate risks
Monitors and evaluates underwriting practices, assisting with implementing strategic adjustments to improve overall effectiveness and outcomes
Provides technical guidance and ensures staff stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions
Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

UnderwritingAgriBusinessFarm InsuranceRanch InsuranceProperty InsuranceCasualty InsuranceRisk ManagementAgricultural InsuranceInsurance SupervisionTeam Leadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What work arrangement is offered for this Underwriting Supervisor role?

Training will be fully in person, with the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule after training is completed. The position is based in either the Cincinnati, OH or Ocala, FL office.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities or skills needed for the Underwriting Supervisor role?

The role involves coordinating underwriting team operations, reviewing risk assessments, maintaining stakeholder relationships, ensuring compliance, assessing policy renewals, and providing technical guidance to staff.

What is the company culture like at Great American Insurance Group?

The company combines a 'small company' culture where ideas are heard with 'big company' expertise, values diverse backgrounds for business results, and aims to create an inclusive workplace where employees feel empowered to perform at their best.

What makes a strong candidate for this Underwriting Supervisor position?

A strong candidate would have expertise in underwriting, particularly in agribusiness risks, leadership skills to coordinate teams and provide technical guidance, and the ability to build relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance.