The Underwriting Services Supervisor manages the daily operations of the underwriting support team, offering operational assistance and ensuring efficient workflows. Responsibilities also include establishing, creating, and managing workflows and processes.
Support and Supervision:
- Supervise, coach, train and mentor the team, including training of new hires and providing ongoing support to existing staff.
- Monitor and evaluate employee performance, providing feedback and addressing any concerns.
- Oversee department assignments for the region by reviewing policy counts and premiums.
- Manage training for the assigned team.
Operational Support:
- Support all phases of the underwriting process.
- Provide operational support to ensure the efficient operation of the underwriting team.
- Handle a reduced workload to stay current with processes and workflows (approximately 50% less than direct reports).
- Manage and research IT tickets.
- Attend underwriting meetings to stay updated on changes.
- Collaborate with management to draft and maintain workflows.
- Maintain a working knowledge of internal and external systems.
Quality and Compliance:
- Assist management in implementing and managing a formal Quality Program.
- Complete quality checks (QCs) on accounts and quality audits on key accounts.
- Research coverage and form questions related to policy structure and system entry.
- Research WC Bureau or regulatory requirements and notices as needed.
- Ensure service timelines are met by the team for the underwriting.
- Maintain records and prepare required reports on activity as needed.
Innovation and Improvement:
- Assume an active role in innovation, improving current processes, and creating efficiencies for underwriting support functions.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Work with direct manager and underwriting to ensure underwriting needs are met.
Communication and Collaboration:
- Maintain daily interaction and communication with staff, other departments, and IT as needed.
- Communicate with agents on matters as directed by underwriters.
- Operate according to underwriting authority as delegated by the manager.
- Hold weekly meetings with direct reports to ensure proper support is provided and service level agreements are being met.
May perform other functions as assigned