Regional Underwriting Director

EMC Insurance Companies

. Lead and direct the regional underwriting process .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeOmaha • Nebraska • United StatesLead💰 $121,263 - $191,687 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in underwriting processes, risk analysis, and team leadership, with a strong focus on developing effective guidelines and strategies to drive profitable growth. Proficient in communicating complex concepts and fostering agency relationships to enhance business outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Commercial Lines Underwriting ExperienceCPCU DesignationLeadership and Team MotivationRisk Analysis ExpertiseExceptional Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Underwriting Guidelines DevelopmentProfitability Strategy ImplementationInsurance Trends AnalysisAuditing for ComplianceDecision-Making Under Pressure

Soft Skills

Superior Written and Verbal CommunicationExceptional Customer Service SkillsAbility to Educate and Train AgentsTeam Development and Succession Planning

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSocial Media Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CPCU DesignationUnderwriting-Related Designations

Industry Keywords

Commercial LinesUnderwriting ProcessRisk AnalysisAgency ManagementSarbanes-Oxley Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and direct the regional underwriting process
Develop and enforce regional underwriting guidelines and procedures
Model effective underwriting practices across accounts, lines of business, and classes
Set and implement strategies to address profit challenges and communicate them throughout the underwriting department
Advise on complex accounts, communication strategies, and problematic agency relationships
Monitor business results, authority limits, guidelines, service directives, pricing, book quality, and rate goals
Serve as regional subject matter expert and make final decisions on complex or high-risk accounts
Review Corporate Office Underwriting updates and communicate changes to the team
Oversee and direct the underwriting department team
Develop team expertise and complete succession planning, including talent identification and development plans
Direct and develop agency relationships to grow profitable relationships and rehabilitate unprofitable or low-growth relationships
Meet with and educate agents on EMC products, underwriting appetite, systems, and services
Collaborate with the Regional Vice President on underwriting strategy, practices, and goals
Analyze insurance trends, coverages, rates, and market conditions to identify profitable growth segments
Audit new business and renewals for Sarbanes-Oxley, authority, quality, and completeness compliance
Coordinate underwriting, marketing, and regional management in agency management processes, planning, and agency review meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience
Ten years of commercial lines underwriting experience
Previous supervisory/leadership experience
CPCU designation or other underwriting-related designation(s) preferred
Superior knowledge of underwriting and risk analysis
Exceptional problem-solving skills and sound decision-making ability
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and social media
Ability to oversee multiple projects and make decisions under challenging circumstances
Ability to translate technical ideas into general terms for business customers
Ability to explore new processes, services, technologies, and partnerships
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Excellent leadership and team motivation skills
Ability to communicate products, procedures, business planning, and system information effectively
Exceptional customer service skills
Ability to speak effectively before groups
Occasional travel
Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if driving

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive rewards package; benefits information provided at www.emcins.com/careers
Hybrid work schedule
Professional growth and development opportunities
Occasional travel