Regional Insurance Carrier is seeking strong Underwriting/Marketing leader to oversee Northern California team. Person must have strong underwriting and marketing/sales background within in CA market and strong Workers Compensation experience. Will manage a team of 6-8 Field Based Production Underwriting team. 

This position will manage a team of business development professionals, who are responsible for underwriting, marketing, and agency/territory management in Northern CA. The focus for the team is to underwrite policies, manage the distribution network through agency appointments, and drive submission activity for our Northern CA region (Bay Area, Sacramento, and Central Valley). Ideal candidate location is within a reasonable radius of San Francisco. Travel is required 40% to 60%, by automobile with occasional overnight travel. Position can be in our office in San Francisco, or a field position operating under our remote worker policy and based in candidate's home office within the region.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for managing the Business Development function. Set annual unit business goals, monitor agency production and profitability, and develop tools to effectively track metrics and team performance. Primary team responsibilities involve overseeing agency network to develop and maintain deep partnerships, promote quality submission flow, ensure profitable premium growth, and business retention. Regular engagement with, underwriting, claims and loss control to drive a team approach to achieve the Company's profit and production targets.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in marketing, insurance, business or a related field. Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Continuous learning required, as defined by the Company's learning philosophy. Certification, or progress toward, highly preferred and encouraged.

EXPERIENCE:

Seven years progressive responsibility in a underwriting environment with demonstrated technical knowledge that provides the necessary skills, knowledge and abilities. Three years demonstrated leadership in an underwriting environment. Workers Compensation experience required.