Underwriting Operations Director

Position Summary

Position Summary The Vice President of Underwriting Operations is a pivotal role within an organization. As a strategic leader, they will drive operational excellence, risk management, and process optimization. Their expertise will shape underwriting practices, ensuring compliance and profitability.

• Ensuring profitability, growth, and operational efficiencies aligned with organizational goals.
• Establishing financial control guidelines, administrative standards, and best practices.
• Researching competitors and market conditions to develop risk selection criteria and methods.
• Collaborating with sales, claims, and compliance departments to address complex underwriting issues.
• Working with customers (real estate agents, lenders, attorneys) to resolve underwriting-related inquiries.
• Developing long-term goals and aligning operations with organizational objectives.
• Managing relationships with external partners and service providers.
• Identifying areas for optimization and implementing enhancements.
• Addressing industry trends, opportunities, and issues.
• Ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and industry standards.

Work Experience and Education - Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management or Business.

- 15+ years of Underwriting experience.

- 7+ years of management experience.

Licenses & Certifications - Certified Professional in Operations Management (CPOM), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) or Certified Professional in Underwriting (CPCU) is preferred.

Technical/Functional Skills - Project Management - Compliance - Strategic Planning - Collaboration - Process Improvement - Technical Operations.

Behavioral Skills - Analytical - Effective Communication - Time Management - Problem-Solving - Adaptability.

The target salary range for this position is $ - $ annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website:

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our policy extends to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that supports their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

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The above is intended to describe this job’s general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.