Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!

We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.

About the role

Leads and directs assigned personal lines underwriting staff with accountability for performance and the results of group in accordance with COUNTRY’s corporate strategic direction. Manages and drives the consistent achievement of established service levels. Establishes good working relationships with home office staff and financial reps. Selects, develops, coaches, and evaluates staff to ensure the efficient operation of the department. Supports the growth and retention of a profitable Personal Lines portfolio.

How does this role make an impact?

- Coordinates and communicates with agency force and company management/agency/marketing staff to ensure business operations are appropriately supported and aligned with personal lines underwriting goals and objectives. - Assures prompt and efficient risk selection services are provided at a reasonable cost to clients. Oversees improvements in underwriting practices to maximize effectiveness and efficiency for various market segments. Analyzes new and existing book characteristics to identify trends and opportunities to enhance profitable growth. Works closely with agency management to enhance productivity of financial representatives. - Responsible for personal lines underwriting direction, philosophy, and strategy. Directs and oversees the underwriting of new and renewal personal lines business. Maintains overall accountability for personal lines underwriting results and workflow.

Do you have what we're looking for?

• Coordinates and communicates with agency force and company management/agency/marketing staff to ensure business operations are appropriately supported and aligned with personal lines underwriting goals and objectives.
• Assures prompt and efficient risk selection services are provided at a reasonable cost to clients. Oversees improvements in underwriting practices to maximize effectiveness and efficiency for various market segments. Analyzes new and existing book characteristics to identify trends and opportunities to enhance profitable growth. Works closely with agency management to enhance productivity of financial representatives.
• Responsible for personal lines underwriting direction, philosophy, and strategy. Directs and oversees the underwriting of new and renewal personal lines business. Maintains overall accountability for personal lines underwriting results and workflow.
• Foster a positive environment where all team members are motivated and committed to contribute their best work.
• Create a safe environment where team members are supported to make decisions and take action to achieve goals and objectives.
• Take personal responsibility for making tough decisions, meeting commitments, and adapting to ensure expected results are achieved.
• Assumes responsibility for implementing practices to integrate diversity, equity and inclusion while holding self and others accountable.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with direct reports preferred. Experience leading indirect reports or project teams will be considered.
• Insurance underwriting or Operational experience is preferred.
• Operational Excellence Training/Experience; Lean Leader or Six Sigma Yellow Belt.
• Professional Insurance Coursework e.g. CPCU, CIC, ARM or similar programs.
• Work may extend beyond normal business hours as business needs dictate.
• This is a leadership role, which typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

Base Pay Range:

$91,200-$125,400

The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.

Incentive Pay:

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.

Why work with us?

Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match.

COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Come join our team at COUNTRY today!