Director, Workers Compensation Underwriting

The Director of Workers Compensation Underwriting at Justworks is responsible for developing underwriting strategies, managing risk exposure, and overseeing a team dedicated to ensuring compliance and profitability. You'll work closely with Sales and Technology teams to provide tailored risk mitigation advice to our diverse customer base.

To qualify for the Director of Workers Compensation Underwriting role at Justworks, candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in underwriting and risk management, with 5 years in a leadership capacity. In-depth knowledge of workers compensation insurance and commercial casualty products is essential. Professional certifications like ARM or CRM are advantageous.

In the Director of Workers Compensation Underwriting role at Justworks, you play a vital part in enabling businesses to operate efficiently and safely. By developing sound underwriting policies and engaging with insurance markets, you help our clients manage risks effectively and focus on their core business operations.

Justworks seeks a Director of Workers Compensation Underwriting who is strategic, detail-oriented, and possesses strong leadership skills. You should have excellent communication abilities and a passion for mentoring others, along with a commitment to ethical practices and regulatory compliance.

The Director of Workers Compensation Underwriting at Justworks will enjoy a range of benefits including a competitive salary, a wellness program, company retreats, and a casual work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We value our employees, offering numerous perks that promote a healthy work-life balance.

When answering this question, focus on your experience with risk assessment and strategic planning. Highlight how you analyze data trends to create policies that drive profitability and ensure compliance. Speak about involving team members in the process and maintaining open communication with stakeholders.

Describe specific instances where you have identified risks and implemented effective strategies to mitigate them. Use concrete examples to demonstrate your analytical and strategic thinking skills and how they led to successful underwriting outcomes.

Emphasize your leadership style by citing examples where you’ve encouraged team feedback, fostered open communication, and promoted teamwork. Discuss specific initiatives you've implemented that drove collaboration and shared success among your teams.

Talk about the resources you utilize to keep current, such as industry seminars, professional associations, and relevant publications. Explain how you ensure your knowledge translates into compliance strategies within your organization.

Outline your approach to performance assessment, including key metrics you track and feedback mechanisms you utilize. Discuss how you balance quantitative metrics with qualitative insights to foster individual and team growth.

Share a specific example that illustrates your problem-solving skills and ability to weigh risks and benefits. Discuss the outcome and what you learned from the experience to emphasize your growth and adaptability.

Explain how you leverage data analytics to inform your decisions, identify trends, and improve accuracy in pricing and risk assessment. Mention relevant tools or techniques you use for effective analysis.

Provide an example that showcases your communication skills. Discuss how you simplified complex insurance concepts to ensure understanding and foster collaboration with stakeholders outside of underwriting.

Discuss your time management techniques, such as using digital tools for tracking priorities or assessing tasks by urgency and importance. Share examples of how this approach has successfully managed high workloads in the past.

Talk about the importance of building trust with clients and how you maintain open lines of communication. Share specific strategies you’ve implemented to strengthen client relationships and ensure satisfaction in underwriting services.