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PDP Group, Inc.

VP - General Liability

Chicago, IL

Underwrite Insurance submissions in accordance with the approved business plan, subject to individual authority levels; refer to the SVP as appropriate. Participate and present own risks written at ...

Deutsche Bank

Vice President - CRE Underwriter

New York, NY · On-site

$170K - $200K/yr

Job Title Vice President - CRE Underwriter Corporate Title Vice President Location New York, NY Overview We are looking for a Vice President to join the Deutsche Bank CRE Underwriting team to support ...

The Doctors Company

VP Underwriting

As part of TDC Group, our affiliated writing companies, TDC Specialty Insurance Company and TDC ... The VP Underwriter independently underwrites hospitals/health systems and other complex risks ...

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Diedre Moire Corp.

Vice President Surety

Riverside, CA · On-site

$200K - $300K/yr

Vice President of Surety Insurance - Riverside, CA VP Vice President Executive Director Program Manager Product Manager Underwriter Underwriting Manager Team Leader Commercial Contract Surety

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president insurance underwriter in the United States is $62,283.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $83,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Vice President Insurance Underwriter vs Senior Insurance Underwriter?

AspectVice President Insurance UnderwriterSenior Insurance Underwriter
ResponsibilitiesOversees underwriting strategies, manages teams, and sets policies at an executive levelEvaluates and approves complex insurance applications, provides technical expertise
CredentialsTypically requires 10+ years of experience, industry certifications, and leadership skillsRequires 5+ years of underwriting experience and relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentStrategic, leadership-focused, often in corporate officesTechnical, detail-oriented, primarily in underwriting departments
Industry UsageCommonly used in large insurance companies and corporate settings

The Vice President Insurance Underwriter holds a senior leadership role, focusing on strategic oversight and team management, while the Senior Insurance Underwriter concentrates on technical underwriting tasks and application evaluation. Both roles require extensive industry experience and certifications, but the VP position involves broader responsibilities and leadership duties.

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Infographic showing various Vice President Insurance Underwriter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,283 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Assistant Vice President/Vice President - Excess/Umbrella

Great American Insurance Group

Marietta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Great American Insurance Group rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 303 rated insurance

Job description

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
The Excess Liability Division specializes in offering large limits of liability to protect its clients' corporate assets from catastrophic loss. The Division offers significant capacity of up to $20 million dollars for both Lead Umbrella and Excess Liability placements. This protection is made available to companies varying in size from single location light hazard risks to a wide variety of more difficult to place manufacturers and processors.
https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/about-us/business-operations/division/excess-liability
We are seeking a Divisional Assistant Vice President (AVP) or Vice President (VP) of Underwriting to join our team. This individual is responsible for a broad spectrum of technical underwriting, pricing and coverage issues for P&C insurance and reinsurance in the home office. They should bring strong leadership in cross-functional teams ensuring high-quality underwriting, adequate pricing, innovative product development, sensible business processes and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance / reinsurance liability underwriting and will be responsible for handling underwriting referrals, ensuring SOX compliance, and conducting audits. This role requires a technical expert who can provide oversight and approval, working closely with field underwriters and managers to maintain and update underwriting guidelines.
Great American's culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in-office days are Tuesday-Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Acts as a resource for field offices with respect to technical underwriting issues.

  • Manage and process referrals from field underwriters, providing clear approval or denial with detailed reasoning and appropriate documentation.

  • Provide advice and guidance to the field to enable the company to achieve business objectives.

  • Work closely with the Divisional President and Vice President in carrying out all strategic objectives with respect to these underwriting duties and responsibilities.

  • Ensure compliance with SOX regulations and conduct regular audits.

  • Maintain a detailed understanding of underwriting guidelines and product knowledge and provide guidance to the team.

  • Act as a key point of contact for regulatory and policy compliance, ensuring all activities meet legal and internal standards.

  • Conduct limited travel (less than 10%) to perform audits and meet with clients as needed.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree, with background in Insurance, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • Generally, 10+ years of liability underwriting experience, with exposure to reinsurance and referral processes.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks and develop sound underwriting strategies.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Business Unit:
Excess Liability
Benefits:
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.
*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.

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