<p>The Hanover is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and experienced Specialty Underwriting Technical professional to join our dynamic Commercial Surety department. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing team that values innovation, expertise, and teamwork.</p> <p>At The Hanover, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all professionals can thrive. We understand the demands of today's fast-paced world and are reimagining the workplace with flexible work arrangements. This role offers the option to work in a hybrid or fully remote capacity, based near any Hanover office, with occasional business travel as needed.</p> <p>We believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger, and</p> <p>we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.</p> <p>THIS IS A FULL-TIME, EXEMPT ROLE.</p> <p>Position Overview: The Specialty Underwriting Technical Lead supports underwriting excellence for commercial surety by focusing on account and portfolio underwriting, contributing to strategy development, and providing technical guidance to local teams.</p> <p>In This Role, You Will:</p> <ul> <li>Support underwriting excellence for the commercial surety team including account and transactional units. </li><li>Focus on account and portfolio underwriting, while also supporting the field's business development efforts. </li><li>Contribute to strategy development and execution. </li><li>Act as a resource to local teams, providing technical guidance and support. </li><li>Analyze and evaluate new business opportunities to ensure profitability and compliance with company standards. </li></ul> <p>Technical Knowledge:</p> <ul> <li>In-depth knowledge of underwriting principles and practices </li><li>Familiarity with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and market conditions </li><li>Understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies </li></ul> <p>Portfolio Management:</p> <ul> <li>Assist in managing the underwriting portfolio to ensure profitability and quality standards </li><li>Monitor and analyze portfolio performance, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement </li><li>Participates in underwriting audits as well as internal quality review audits from a Home-Office perspective. </li><li>Partners with leadership and others throughout the organization including actuary, legal, reinsurance, claims and finance. </li></ul> <p>What You Need To Apply:</p> <ul> <li>5+ years of underwriting experience in the line of business, AFSB designation a plus </li><li>Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with experience across a range of customer industries </li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration abilities </li><li>Proficiency in underwriting and financial analysis </li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment </li><li>Exposure and familiarity with credit models such as Moody's RiskCalc & CreditEdge a plus </li></ul>