The Hartford

The Hartford

Director, Personal Insurance, Underwriting Practices

Hartford, CT · Director

Sponsorship not specified$126k-$189kDetected 67 days ago
Product StrategyProject ManagementProcess ImprovementPerformance ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringUnderwritingProperty & Casualty

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Lottery odds (Level III)83
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About the role

  • Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too.
  • Join our team as we help shape the future.

Responsibilities

  • Consult with all levels of internal partners regarding underwriting policy and practice.
  • Develop strategy that guides Underwriting Practices, operational decisions, and underwriting perspective to underwriting team and internal partners.
  • Coach, develop and provide feedback to Underwriting Practices team members.
  • Establishes pipeline of talent to support the attraction, selection and development of high caliber, diverse talent from within and/or outside the organization.
  • Participates in creation of strategic staffing plans to support the profitable growth of the business while also providing development opportunities for employees.
  • Responsible for managing and developing direct reports as well as working closely with the leadership team to ensure completion of meaningful development opportunities for employees.

Requirements

  • Candidates should possess deep industry knowledge and a strong understanding of underwriting principles, market trends, regulatory considerations, and business performance drivers.
  • Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role.
  • 10+ years of Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance Underwriting experience with a demonstrated track record of success in underwriting operations, portfolio management, risk assessment, profitability management, and agency/broker relationship development. Candidates should possess deep industry knowledge and a strong understanding of underwriting principles, market trends, regulatory considerations, and business performance drivers.
  • 3+ years of people leadership experience, including leading, coaching, mentoring, and developing underwriting professionals and/or cross-functional teams. Proven ability to build high-performing teams, drive accountability, foster employee engagement, and create a culture focused on collaboration, execution, and continuous improvement.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required, in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Economics, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience within Property & Casualty Insurance, Underwriting, Operations, or Leadership roles will also be considered. Candidates with relevant industry certifications such as CPCU, AU, ARM, or similar professional designations are encouraged to apply, as these credentials demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development and expertise within the insurance industry.
  • Experience in Personal Lines and/or Small Commercial/Small Business Insurance preferred. Candidates should bring a strong understanding of product strategy, underwriting performance metrics, distribution channels, and customer needs within these segments.
  • Demonstrated record of delivering against strategic and operational objectives. Proven ability to establish priorities, execute business plans, manage competing demands, and consistently achieve key performance, growth, profitability, and service objectives.
  • Strong change leadership and organizational transformation experience. Ability to successfully lead teams through periods of change, influence stakeholders at multiple levels, drive adoption of new processes and technologies, and effectively communicate vision, expectations, and outcomes.
  • Project management experience preferred, including leading cross-functional initiatives, process improvement efforts, operational transformation projects, technology implementations, or business process redesign efforts. Ability to manage timelines, stakeholders, risks, and deliverables while ensuring successful execution and measurable business impact.
  • Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and influence skills, with the ability to partner effectively across underwriting, product, claims, operations, technology, and executive leadership teams to drive business results and strategic initiatives.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to leverage data, performance metrics, and market insights to make informed business decisions and identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
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Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required, in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Economics, or a related field.
  • Equivalent professional experience within Property & Casualty Insurance, Underwriting, Operations, or Leadership roles will also be considered.
  • Experience in Personal Lines and/or Small Commercial/Small Business Insurance preferred.
  • Candidates should bring a strong understanding of product strategy, underwriting performance metrics, distribution channels, and customer needs within these segments.
  • Project management experience preferred, including leading cross-functional initiatives, process improvement efforts, operational transformation projects, technology implementations, or business process redesign efforts.

Compensation

  • The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market.
  • Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role.
  • The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees.
  • Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.
  • The annualized base pay range for this role is:
  • $126,000 - $189,000

Benefits

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Company info

  • Responsible for a high level of service to all customers, emphasizing customer centricity in all practices.

Equal opportunity

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