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National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.
Job Description
The Product Underwriting Manager is responsible for the direct supervision of underwriters and underwriting assistants within the assigned team. This position ensures that existing products are implemented and executed based on individual state strategies as documented in the underwriting guidelines.Key Responsibilities* Identifies strategic opportunities for growth and profitability by analyzing current procedures and guidelines
* Works collaboratively with other departments, Product Managers and Analysts to accomplish growth and profit objectives
* Participates in annual agent reviews with Pricing and Marketing and assists with Agency audits
* Performs risk reviews and upfront underwriting reviews to determine risk acceptability
* Serves as point of contact for some exceptions (UW's, Agents, Sups, TSM, Pricing, Marketing, Etc )
* Provides input into product decisions and procedures with significant involvement in underwriting and processing of new business and renewals
* Communicates underwriting guidelines, philosophies, and decisions with Pricing, Marketing, Compliance, etc. and generates ideas & facilitate automation for the Commercial product
* Develops and analyzes both internal and external data in order to provide key input to Pricing and Marketing by analyzing the quality of agents' business
* Helps to determine actions needed for agent rehabilitation
* Utilizes performance evaluation to perform underwriting audits including conducting file reviews to ensure adherence with underwriting guidelines and direction
Education* 4 year Bachelors Degree (Preferred)
Experience* 7 or more years of experience (Preferred)
Supervisory Responsibilities* This job has supervisory duties.
Functional Skills* Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and timeliness in order to meet customer service expectations
* Ability and desire to learn and effectively use computer based underwriting systems to manage workflow
* Expertise with forms and commercial insurance coverages
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* Expertise in underwriting policies, procedures and best practices
* Thorough understanding of the insurance industry and organizational relationships of the company
* Effective leadership and diplomacy skills; must be able to coach and mentor others
* Strong analytical skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $85,600 - 130,300 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.At National General, great things happen when our people work together. That's why when you join our team, we make sure it isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You'll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we've proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A- (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.
Companies & Partners
Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.
Benefits
National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.
