Chief Underwriting Officer Job at Service Specialists Ltd, Madison, MS

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  • Service Specialists Ltd
  • Madison, MS

Job Description

Position: Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO)

Location: Madison, MS (Remote Option Available)

Industry: Commercial Insurance Brokerage

Service Specialists recruiting agency is seeking a seasoned Chief Underwriting Officer for a fast-growing, independent insurance brokerage. This is a rare opportunity to join the executive leadership team of a dynamic and entrepreneurial firm. The CUO will play a pivotal role in shaping underwriting strategy, optimizing risk selection, and strengthening carrier relationships to drive long-term, profitable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement underwriting strategy, risk appetite, and pricing guidelines across all lines of business.
  • Ensure compliance with underwriting authority and carrier agreements.
  • Establish risk selection criteria for a variety of industries and client types.
  • Lead negotiations of delegated underwriting authority with carrier partners.
  • Review and approve high-value or complex submissions escalated by underwriting staff.
  • Analyze underwriting performance and loss ratios to adjust guidelines and maintain profitability.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership, sales, and service teams to ensure underwriting aligns with business development and client retention goals.
  • Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing underwriting team.
  • Stay ahead of market trends and leverage data and technology to drive process improvements and innovation.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • 10+ years of commercial underwriting experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership or executive role.
  • Strong understanding of property & casualty insurance and underwriting best practices.
  • Experience negotiating and managing carrier relationships and delegated authority agreements.
  • Strategic thinker with proven ability to scale underwriting operations in a growth environment.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills with a collaborative leadership style.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; CPCU or other relevant designations preferred.

Additional Details:

  • Salary $150k-$170k
  • This role is based in Madison, Mississippi , but remote flexibility is available for the right candidate.
  • Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives offered.

For purposes of confidentiality, you can apply by emailing sfields@servicespecialistltd.com.

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