Regional Underwriting Manager - Southeast Region

About CompScience

At CompScience, we're not just building software—we're saving lives. We're a high-growth startup on a mission to prevent 1 million workplace injuries through bold technological innovations, ensuring that everyone can go home safe at the end of the day.

Founded in 2019 and backed by investors from SpaceX, Tesla, and Anduril, we've assembled a powerhouse team that bridges two worlds:

• Cutting-Edge Technology: Our engineering team is comprised of distinguished computer vision engineers, software architects, and data scientists from the self-driving car industry. They bring unparalleled expertise in AI and machine learning to the realm of workplace safety.

• Insurance Acumen: Our insurance team comprises seasoned professionals who understand the nuances of workers' compensation policies. They work hand-in-hand with our tech experts to translate advanced analytics into tangible insurance products that truly serve our clients' needs.

Our groundbreaking perception-based risk assessment program, the first of its kind, provides the most comprehensive data stream available for risk analysis and monitoring and has proven to significantly reduce accidents in some of the world's most hazardous occupations.

About the Role

As a Regional Underwriting Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in building and leading our underwriting team, developing our underwriting guidelines, and driving profitable growth. You'll be a hands-on leader, responsible for both managing a team of underwriters and contributing your own underwriting expertise. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the underwriting strategy of a rapidly growing Insurtech startup and make a real impact on the business.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development:

1. Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a team of production underwriters.

2. Foster a high-performance culture focused on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

• Underwriting Strategy & Execution:

1. Develop, implement, and maintain underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures that align with the company's risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

2. Analyze data and market trends to identify opportunities for profitable growth and refine underwriting strategies.

3. Stay abreast of industry developments, emerging risks, and regulatory changes.
   

• Production Underwriting:

1. Underwrite complex or high-value risks, demonstrating expertise in Worker's Comp

2. Review and approve underwriting decisions made by team members, ensuring adherence to guidelines and quality standards.

3. Manage relationships with brokers, agents, and other distribution partners.
   

• Collaboration & Communication:

1. Work closely with the product, engineering, and data science teams to develop innovative insurance products and improve the underwriting process.

2. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing clear and concise underwriting rationale.

3. Contribute to the development of a data-driven underwriting culture.
   

• Compliance & Risk Management:

1. Ensure compliance with all relevant insurance regulations and company policies.

2. Monitor underwriting performance and identify areas of potential risk.

3. Implement controls and procedures to mitigate risks and ensure the quality of the portfolio.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in commercial lines underwriting, with a focus on Worker's Comp.

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role.

• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful underwriting strategies.

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and make sound judgments.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

• Proficiency in underwriting systems and tools.

• CPCU, ARM, or other relevant professional designations are a plus.

Nice-to-have

• Experience working in a startup environment.

• Familiarity with Insurtech and the use of technology in underwriting.

• Experience with data analytics and predictive modeling.

Working at CompScience

Compensation: CompScience is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $140,000 – $170,000. Compensation is determined within the range based on your qualifications and experience. Our total compensation package also includes equity and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits at CompScience:

• Fast-paced startup environment where your ideas can quickly become reality

• Opportunity to wear multiple hats and grow beyond your job description

• Remote-first culture with home office support

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA)

• 401(k) plan and life insurance

• Flexible time off and 12 weeks parental leave

• Professional development reimbursement

Our Ideal Teammate:

• Thrives in a fast-paced startup and is comfortable navigating ambiguity

• Excited to wear multiple hats and grow rapidly

• Committed to our mission of saving lives through technology