Underwriting Manager - Professional Liability
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Salary$180k – $210k
LocationScottsdale, AZ, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentUnderwriting
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 9, 2026 · 4w ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Minimum of 5+ years’ commercial lines underwriting experience, in the professional liability space
Experience in and understanding of the E&S competitive marketplace
Demonstrated technical expertise and product knowledge in Manufacturing and Products
A drive to be creative and innovative in advancing the success of the assigned team/ region
Willingness to challenge the status quo and embrace change
A strong desire to compete – and to win
A team player approach
Strong communication skills
Advanced analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Four (4) year College Degree, or commensurate experience and training
Professional Insurance designations preferred: CPCU, CRIS, ASLI, AU
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability
Wellness
Paid time off
401(k)
Profit sharing
Company Details
Vela Insurance Services provides specialized Excess and Surplus Lines Casualty and Professional Liability insurance solutions in the following market segments: Construction, Specialty Casualty, & Professional Liability. We offer national service and local knowledge to our exclusive wholesale broker network and the businesses they serve.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Segment Leader, the Underwriting Manager is responsible for leading a team of Broker Specialists and Renewal Underwriters within our Professional Liability, Specialty Casualty and Construction segment and driving the results for the group.
In this role you’ll ensure underwriting excellence, support profitable growth, strengthen broker relationships, and reinforce Vela’s underwriting strategies while championing our sales culture. You’ll also have overall management responsibility for your aligned team.
This role can be based in our Scottsdale, AZ, Englewood, CO or Chicago, IL offices.
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Leading the team of underwriters in driving premium, rate, and profitability goals
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Achieving premium, rate and profitability goals
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Assisting in refining and updating the Underwriting Guidelines
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Training, coaching and developing team members
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Participating in the sourcing, interviewing and hiring of new team members
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Drive broker engagement strategies to enhance new business growth and renewal retention
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Applying analytics to distribution management
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Maintaining own book of business
Qualifications
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Minimum of 5+ years’ commercial lines underwriting experience, in the professional liability space
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Experience in and understanding of the E&S competitive marketplace
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Demonstrated technical expertise and product knowledge in Manufacturing and Products
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A drive to be creative and innovative in advancing the success of the assigned team/ region
•
Willingness to challenge the status quo and embrace change
•
A strong desire to compete – and to win
•
A team player approach
•
Strong communication skills
•
Advanced analytical and creative problem-solving skills
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Four (4) year College Degree, or commensurate experience and training
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Professional Insurance designations preferred: CPCU, CRIS, ASLI, AU
Additional Company Details
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full-time regular employees which for this role includes: Base Salary Range: $180,000 - $210,000 The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Eligible to participate in the annual discretionary bonus program. Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans.
Additional Requirements
The application window for this role is estimated to be open through November 18, 2026, but may be extended, if necessary. Please submit your application as soon as possible prior to November 18, 2026.
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role