Fidelity/Crime Manager

To manage the production and selection of profitable Fidelity business within assigned geographical territory in accordance with Company objectives and policies. This position will support the attainment of profitability/production goals. Maintenance of Underwriting standards and supervision and education of staff.

1. Produces an underwriting profit by controlling, risk acceptance, improvement, declination and cancellation of all Fidelity, Program and Specialty lines. Underwrites Fidelity policies of any complexity, and review work of account executives. Adherence to CURE process.

2. Develops new sources of Fidelity production in assigned territory through contact with producers, industry groups and conferences. Develops and maintains existing sources of Fidelity production. Improves agency/producer understanding of Great American underwriting guidelines. (This includes all aspects of agency appointment and maintenance.)

3. Assists agents/producers in the use of company processing/accounting systems. Work with underwriters and producers in other GAIC divisions to maximize production efforts and develop a broader base of support among our producers.

4. Makes recommendations on agency/broker appointment.

5. Manages the territory Fidelity staff. Maintains proper personnel practices, including recruiting, training and development, performance, evaluation, and salary administration. Makes recommendations regarding hiring and termination. Trains and develops staff, recommending outside education when advantageous.

6. Develops and maintains understanding of company systems and systems capabilities. Enters, maintains, and monitors accounts using company analysis system and operating logs. .

7. Meets or exceeds service standards in the areas of new business, renewals and endorsements and adherence to
response and service standards of division.

8. Exercises appropriate control over expenses such as commissions, and travel and entertainment.

9. Prepares and monitors annual budget plans, providing monthly and quarterly reports on production and underwriting efforts and results.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree (preferably in Finance/Accounting) or equivalent business/work experience. A minimum of ten years of experience is preferred. Primary experience must be in Fidelity/Crime, Management Liability Lines or a broker with experience in these lines of business. Varied other business experience involving production efforts, personnel management, business presentations, and responsibilities for office/departmental financial, budgetary and management operations.

Thorough knowledge of underwriting standards for Fidelity/Crime business as well as Management Liability lines is also required. Knowledge of Fidelity underwriting, finance, and the insurance industry.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Individual must be motivated, people oriented, outgoing, and confidently aggressive in approach to building and maintaining a book of business.

If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=500654-3-983