Small CL Field Underwiring Manager

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.

Our Small Commercial New Business team is currently seeking an Underwriting Manager in our Great Lakes region.

This is a full time, exempt role.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Small Commercial Underwriting Manager is an experienced manager that demonstrates mastery of leadership, financial acumen, strategy development and execution. The Underwriting manager is expected to have broad influence/impact and can create followership amongst field and senior leadership. They are viewed as the owner and thought leader of their business. The Underwriting manager also plays a role in developing and mentoring talent, including other managers.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:
? Demonstrate expert knowledge of Small Commercial strategies, products, and capabilities as well as demonstrate a familiarity of other Hanover franchise capabilities. Is viewed as a consultative resource in support of driving Small CL strategies.
? Use the underwriting referral process as an effective development tool to expand the skillset of staff.
? Establish a culture of mentorship and coaching across their organization.
? Show the ability to change thinking of or gain acceptance from others in sensitive situations without damaging relationships and be highly consultative with team and constituents.
? Show the ability to negotiate mutually beneficial solutions both internally and externally, keeping The Hanover?s best interest in front.
? Make appropriate decisions within own underwriting authority and have developed a high level of confidence in their underwriting/business decision-making. Able to successfully influence those above them. Accountable for achievement of results.
? Have strong working relationships with critical constituents ? including RVP, RSD, Operations Leadership, home office, and New/ Renewal partners
? Co-lead State Management, including playbook development, rate reviews, and development of underwriting strategy.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:
? 8 to 10 year?s commercial underwriting experience.
? Undergraduate or advanced degree preferred.
? CPCU or CIC designation preferred
? Technical knowledge of commercial lines insurance business including lines of coverage, risk selection, methodologies, and pricing
? Demonstrated evidence of success in managing operations and staff within an underwriting function
? Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills required.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It?s not just a job, it?s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you ? at every level ? to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you?ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:
? Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
? 401K with a company match
? Tuition reimbursement
? PTO
? Company paid holidays
? Flexible work arrangements
? Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
? On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
? Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.?

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: [email protected] and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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