Excess and Surplus (E&S) Underwriting Manager (Hybrid)

Location: Hybrid in Scottsdale, Arizona; Hartford, Connecticut; or Dresher, Pennsylvania, United States. The role requires approximately 25% car travel, a valid driver's license, and attendance at agency or General Agent events when required.

Salary: USD $155,000–$201,000 per year.

Company

hirify.global is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company serving customers by helping mitigate losses and restore lives and businesses after insured losses.

What you will do

• Manage the growth, retention, profitability, premium commitments, and operating results of an assigned Excess & Surplus territory.
• Lead, coordinate, coach, train, and evaluate an underwriting team while managing workflow, deadlines, production standards, and staffing recommendations.
• Develop, communicate, and execute underwriting strategies and initiatives within the assigned letter of authority.
• Review and implement procedural changes, analyze data, create solutions, and improve efficiency, productivity, and service quality.
• Build agency relationships, guide General Agents and underwriters, coordinate cross-functional activities, and conduct agency visits.
• Prepare territory reports, participate in audits, pricing reviews, budget and management meetings, and testify or participate in depositions on claims or coverage issues when needed.

Requirements

• 7+ years of underwriting experience required.
• Broad underwriting technical background.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Valid state-issued driver's license in good standing and ability to drive an automobile required.

Nice to have

• College degree.
• 3+ years of experience in rating, inspections, and claims.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Insurance designations including ASLI, AINS, or CPCU.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive environment that values diverse talents, perspectives, identities, and opinions.
• Competitive base salary and incentive plan eligibility.
• Comprehensive health care plans and retirement savings plan with company match.
• Discounted employee stock purchase program.
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs.
• 20 days of paid time off.