Territory Production Underwriter - Middle Market Commercial Insurance, Multi-Line (Southern California)

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. The internal title for this role is Territory Manager, Middle Market Business Development - Commercial Lines. This is a senior level individual contributor position. This is a production underwriting role focused on Middle Market accounts across the Manufacturing, Wholesale/Distribution, Real Estate, Retail, and Food Service industry segments. You will own a defined renewal book and new business goal, with personal underwriting authority and accountability for profitable results. Territory: Southern California This is a Work-From-Home (WFH) position involving approximately 25% travel to agency partners. Strong preference to physically reside in the respective territory - most ideally, in the LA / Orange County metro area, but other areas will also be considered.

Multi-line commercial insurance underwriting experience, including underwriting authority Experience handling accounts larger than 100k in DWP A passion for driving profitable growth through agency engagement Preferred qualifications: Established agency or broker relationships in the territory Significant underwriting experience and authority on accounts larger than 100k in DWP Industry segment experience in Manufacturing, Wholesale/Distribution, Real Estate, Retail, and/or Food Service & Accommodation Insurance designations or coursework, such as CPCU, CIC, or AU Los Angeles, CA applicants: Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Los Angeles County, CA applicants: Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applications with arrest or conviction records. Per the Violent Crime Control and Enforcement Act of 1994, 18 U.S.C. §§1033-1034, Nationwide may not employ anyone with a conviction for a felony involving dishonesty or breach of trust in the business of insurance. San Francisco, CA applicants: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization.  Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program. #LI-MS1 #LI-REMOTE Job Description Summary On our team, we look for that rare professional who is both analytical and a relationship-builder. Those who can combine those talents with their entrepreneurial drive and own and manage their territory can thrive and grow with us. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, we want to hear from you! As a Middle Market Territory Manager, you'll market, manage and underwrite commercial business through select agencies or brokers. We'll count on you to drive profit and premium to meet financial goals and objectives through development, negotiation and implementation of business plans.

Key Responsibilities: Monitors market conditions, competitive landscape and confirms information gathered within market space. Researches risk, environment and other factors needed to win accounts. Analyzes quality and quantity of risks underwritten and prepares reports accordingly. May review agency books of business as well as profit/growth results and trends to recommend and implement action plans. Analyzes regional underwriting performance experience, identifies problems on a