Underwriting Manager / Associate Underwriting Manager, Management Liability - Retail

Sr. Underwriter

What part will you play? If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you've found it.

The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! This position reports to the Senior Director of Underwriting & Production and is responsible for managing a team of commercial production underwriters and execution of organizational goals and objectives (Retail). Ensure effective execution of strategic plans in conjunction with the Regional President and Product Line Leadership.

Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to the rules, rates, forms, authority and underwriting guidelines as delegated by Product Line Leadership group
• Execute distribution strategy as provided by Product Line Leadership group
• Responsible for goals and metrics for region and assigned product line group
• Support wholesale and retail sales and marketing of product
• Recruit, train, develop and mentor underwriting talent, including building a staff capable of effectively carrying out assignments and specific goals and recommends effective personal actions when needed
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across workgroups with flexibility to change direction quickly based on business needs
• Responsible for evaluating procedures and practices and implementing changes to improve workflows; ensures all business transactions and practices within span of control comply with all legal regulations and are in compliance with all underwriting policies and procedure
• Maintain an understanding of assigned product(s), services and solutions and initiates discussions with other workgroups as appropriate
• Drive change and innovation through continually seeking and implementing transformational solutions for customers and our associates

Qualifications

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Pay information : The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The base salary range for the Sr. Underwriter position is $116k - $159k / year with a 30% bonus potential.

Who we are :

Markel Group (NYSE MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What's in it for you : In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

Are you ready to play your part? Choose 'Apply Now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.