UFG is currently hiring for a Product Enablement Supervisor who will be responsible for providing vision and overseeing an assigned product enablement team handling work related to commercial property, casualty, and/or excess & surplus lines of business. Responsible for the coordination of team resources, management of product projects across functional areas of the company, collaboration with business to develop and deliver product updates in line with the strategic goals of UFG.

Responsibilities: 

Provide a vision for the team that aligns with UFG core values. Motivate and lead product team members. Collaborate with leadership and internal partners regarding existing products, new ideas and business performance expectations. Provide strategic recommendations and decisions based on key stakeholder input. Develop clear expectations for team's priorities. Manage resources with detailed product plans to achieve short and long-term objectives for assigned product lines. Communicate results and action plans to team members, department and other appropriate divisions within UFG. Have a solid grasp of how products affect UFG's operations. Provide key insights and recommendations to shape strategic priorities and support business initiatives. Participate in vendor and reinsurance relationships as needed for product lines. Create end-to-end processes and best practices for product solutions across UFG. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

Education: 

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, risk management or equivalent field, or an equivalent combination or education or experience in a related field. Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation strongly preferred. Industry designation(s) such as AINS, AU, or ARM preferred, or actively pursuing recognized insurance designations.

Experience: 

5+ years of insurance experience 3+ years of product development or underwriting background Experience successfully leading a team

Knowledge, skills & abilities: 

Strong management and leadership skills, ability to provide clear direction and motivation to team members. Ability to set a positive culture. Analytical skills with an ability to identify trends and make decisions based on analysis. Advanced knowledge of commercial insurance. Knowledge of ISO, AAIS, NCCI and other bureaus. Knowledge of rate, rule, and form filings and regulatory review process. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities and resources to include establishing and meeting deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strategic and visionary mindset. Strong negotiating skills. Self-confident with the ability to hear and understand others to come up with collaborative decisions. Ability to develop employees. Highly organized. Knowledge of Excel, Word, SERFF, AM Best, ACL, Guidewire, Smart Communications, Tableau and other software used by UFG.

Working Conditions: 

General office conditions not subject to adverse environmental conditions. This role requires constant computer and phone usage for up to 8 hours per day. Occasional travel is required to regional offices and industry conferences.