Underwriting Supervisor

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Underwriting Supervisor to lead our team of skilled underwriters specializing in commercial trucking insurance out of our Knoxville, TN office. This role involves supervising daily underwriting operations, providing guidance on complex cases, and driving the team toward achieving business goals. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of the commercial trucking insurance market.Key Responsibilities:Lead, mentor, and manage a team of underwriters, fostering professional growth and a high-performance culture.Oversee the evaluation of new and renewal business to ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines and profitability targets.Provide technical expertise and support for complex or high-value accounts.Monitor team performance metrics and implement strategies to meet or exceed departmental goals.Collaborate with marketing, claims, and risk management teams to develop tailored solutions for clients.Develop positive and productive relationships with Agency partners.Analyze market trends and adjust underwriting strategies to maintain a competitive edge.Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.Participate in hiring, training, and performance evaluations of team members.Willing to travel up to 40%.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial underwriting, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.Strong knowledge of the commercial trucking insurance industry, including risk assessment and pricing strategies.Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to lead and develop a team in a fast-paced environment.Professional designations such as CPCU, AU, or ARM are highly desirable.Benefits for coming to work at Great West:Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience.Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Company Holiday Schedule.Broad benefits packages available and most benefits available first day of employment.Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long term Disability, generous 401(k).Paternal Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility and Family Planning assistance, Pet insurance, Retail Discount Programs.Community Volunteer opportunities.Scholarships for dependents of Great West employees.Programs that support healthy lifestyles through a wellness program including gym subsidies.Continuing education focused company that rewards their employees through monetary awards for professional development.Opportunities for a Hybrid work schedule (Three days in the office, two days remote).Who we are:For over 65 years, Great West Casualty Company has provided premier insurance products and services to thousands of truck drivers and trucking companies across America. We have regional offices located around the country, and nearly 1,000 professionals are proud to call us an employer of choice. We are dedicated to the success, happiness, and wellness of our employees. If you are looking for a company where your contributions are valued, your continued learning is financially supported, and customer service is a priority, we want to talk to you. Apply today and join one of America's largest insurers of trucking companies as we help keep the nation's economy moving forward one mile at a time.Location: Knoxville, TNGreat People.Great Careers.Great West Casualty Company.Great West Casualty Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2025-01-09