AVP, Seneca Specialty NYBO

Crum & Forster Company Overview

Crumm & Forster (C&F) has a proud history dating back to 1822. We provide specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A+" (Superior) by AM Best and is proud of our superior customer service platform. Our claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry.

Our most valuable asset is our people: more than 2000 employees in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning several workplace and wellness awards, including the 2024 Great Place to Work® Award for our employee‑first focus and our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Assistant Vice President, Underwriting Manager – Seneca Specialty Package

This is a hybrid position in either our Morristown, NJ or Uniondale, NY offices.

Annualized base pay: $141,800 to $222,500. Additional compensation may include discretionary equity and variable pay programs.

Directly manages a team of underwriters within Seneca’s New York City Branch Office. Collaborates with Senior Underwriting Leadership Team to determine, create, and implement underwriting tactics. Is accountable for personnel, performance appraisals, new business acquisition, and profit & loss. Key contributor in budgeting, marketing, underwriting, training and administration functions. Maintains customer service through optimizing the effectiveness of current organizational processes and procedures.

Establishes and sustains important agency connections via ongoing marketing and customer support initiatives.

• Directly manages a team of NYC Seneca underwriters and underwriting assistants
• Lines of business managed include: primary property, general liability, H&NO auto, umbrella
• Meets profitability, retention, and written premium goals determined by the branch
• Makes independent decisions within underwriting letter of authority; handles and elevates team referrals as appropriate
• Conducts monthly underwriting audits for team members
• Develops annual financial, operational, marketing, and developmental goals for each team member, and supports team in achieving goals
• Coaches and develops team members by providing regular feedback and coordinating training and career development opportunities
• Holds underwriters accountable for job functions
• Reviews and completes management reports
• Analyzes broker profitability and manages broker base
• Has an in-depth knowledge of branch’s products and services
• Can clearly articulate Seneca’s value proposition and underwriting appetite
• Participates in training and initiatives to develop knowledge base
• May participate in projects
• Travel – up to 20%
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of P&C underwriting experience
• Strong communication and analytical skills to pursue new business and manage overall relationships
• Proficient in software needed to succeed
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Will abide by branch policies and procedures, including authority levels, to comply with Seneca’s risk control procedures
• Knowledge of commercial insurance products
• Location:
  
  Strong preference for Morristown, NJ or Uniondale, NY

• Flexible work arrangements
• Competitive compensation package
• Generous 401(k) employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
• Generous paid time off
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision, including wellness programs focused on physical and mental wellbeing
• Tuition reimbursement, industry related certifications and professional training available
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
• A spirit of social responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and employee‑driven corporate giving

We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.