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Manager - AVP, Underwriting (Allied Health)

James River Management Company
United States, Arizona, Scottsdale
Nov 01, 2025
Come grow with James River Insurance! James River Insurance is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. and operates on an approved non-admitted basis in 50 states and Washington, DC. Since 2003, James River has provided thousands of commercial property and casualty customers with innovative and creative solutions for particular insurance needs. At James River Insurance, we are committed to providing a stable and rewarding work environment supported by our Core Values and Guiding Principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork. We are proud of being recognized the past 5 years as one of The Top Workplaces USA. James River Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Bermuda-based insurance holding company which owns and operates a group of specialty insurance and reinsurance companies. The Company operates in two specialty property and casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance. The Company tends to focus on accounts associated with small or medium-sized businesses in each of its segments. Each of the Company's regulated insurance subsidiaries are rated "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company. Job Summary Successfully lead and direct the assigned staff within underwriting division, region/geographic territory, product line or book of business to accomplish the divisional and segment goals, initiatives and objectives for profitability, production, compliance, and new product development. Duties and Responsibilities Continuously exhibit and uphold Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Communication and Teamwork, Innovation and Customer Service Coordinate with the Division Manager, Underwriting or Vice President, Underwriting, to develop and to execute annual business plans for the division, region, product line or underwriting portfolio to include a profitable underwriting strategy Manage underwriting staff to include establishing and communicating division goals, setting individual performance goals, performance management and training, if applicable Handle the most complex accounts, accurately assessing ineligible verses eligible accounts Ensure submissions are reviewed within 24 hours of receipt Write and refine underwriting and pricing guidelines in response to market conditions Lead new product development efforts to include initiation, research, and implementation as well as product/process enhancements Work with Actuarial to establish base rates and rating methodology designed to produce underwriting profit Establish proper underwriting authority for underwriters Review submissions exceeding underwriters' authority Conduct audits of underwriting files to ensure established underwriting practices are consistently implemented Monitor rate levels to ensure portfolio and individual account pricing objectives are met Identifies market segments and provide recommendations for product strategies related to the development of new products within the marketplace Evaluate the performance of the Division, assigned territory, product line or underwriting portfolio including utilizing actuarial techniques Working with Marketing, identify broker distribution to achieve assigned objectives Travel with underwriters, as needed, and represent James River at national conferences and broker events Collaborate with Actuarial, Claims, IT, and other Underwriting Divisions, as needed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Excess & Surplus insurance operations Knowledge of current market conditions, trends, competition, and product marketing Ability to effectively assess risks, price, and negotiate business in accordance with established guidelines Thorough understanding of key exposures and portfolio pricing techniques Ability to sell difference between our coverage and leading competitor's product Knowledge of forms and coverages Ability to propose, research and implement new product development Knowledge market segmentation, portfolio management, acquisition, and of wholesale distribution Ability to set clear expectations, effectively monitor progress, provide constructive feedback and guidance, and hold staff accountable while driving improved performance Ability to assess and measure productivity and workload to ensure performance efficiency Ability to organize complex information, pay close attention to detail and handle multiple tasks Ability to anticipate and take initiative to meet customer needs Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work successfully as an individual contributor and in a team environment Ability to strategically think and present creative problem-solving solutions Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Sound knowledge of internet search engines, databases, and search optimization Experience and Education Manager, Underwriting High School diploma required Bachelor's Degree preferred Minimum of eight years of experience in commercial underwriting required Minimum of five years of experience in excess and surplus product lines preferred Minimum of two years of experience managing employees preferred AVP, Underwriting 10+ years experience preferably in Excess and Surplus lines Extensive experience in underwriting and marketing of division-related products Experiences and knowledge of the wholesale distributions system Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience #LI-JB1 #LI-Remote Please note that this position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future H-1B sponsorship.