Allied Healthcare Underwriting Specialist

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture. Our Allied Healthcare team is seeking a Renewal Underwriter to join their team. This is a full time, exempt role open to any location in the US. This is a hybrid or remote opportunity. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team where you will have meaningful ownership of your portfolio, strong visibility, and the ability to directly impact profitability and growth. You’ll work in a collaborative environment with access to specialized expertise and tools that support both underwriting excellence and sales success. POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Renewal Underwriter to manage and grow a portfolio of Allied Healthcare business. This role is responsible for underwriting, retaining, and expanding existing accounts while driving profitable growth aligned with industry segments and line-of-business strategies. The ideal candidate brings strong technical underwriting expertise, a sales mindset, and the ability to make sound risk decisions using both internal insights and external market data. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy, within a standard letter of authority, while collaborating across teams to deliver comprehensive insurance solutions. IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL: Technical Underwriting: Evaluate and qualify risks by identifying exposures, hazards, and appropriate controls. Apply underwriting guidelines, tools, and strategies to ensure disciplined decision-making. Assess pricing adequacy by understanding rating methodologies and correlating pricing to exposure. Ask targeted questions to fully understand risks, even with limited initial information. Document underwriting decisions clearly and thoroughly. Provide precise rating instructions to support accurate quote development. Portfolio Management & Financial Acumen: Manage a renewal book to achieve goals related to profitability, retention, rate, and product mix. Leverage pipeline management and marketing practices to drive consistent results. Utilize financial metrics and portfolio insights to inform underwriting decisions. Understand and respond to market trends, competitive pressures, and regional dynamics. Identify opportunities to rebalance the portfolio and drive growth across business segments. Partner internally to optimize outcomes and expand coverage offerings. Sales & Relationship Management: Proactively manage agency relationships to drive retention and uncover growth opportunities. Negotiate and position accounts to improve hold ratio and overall portfolio performance. Profile agency partners and align underwriting strategies with business goals. Stay informed on regulatory, market, and competitive dynamics. Maintain a franchise mindset, identifying cross-sell opportunities across lines of business. Deliver presentations and collaborate with Claims, Risk Management, and Specialty teams to enhance the value proposition. Utilize sales tools, systems, and best practices to drive disciplined execution. WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. 3-7+ years of Allied Healthcare underwriting experience. 3+ years of experience driving agency relationships resulting in profitable new and renewal business. Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt quickly, think critically, and embrace new approaches. Excellent prioritization and desk management skills, with a focus on execution and accountability. CAREER DEVELOPMENT: It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop. BENEFITS: We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed. Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401K with a company match Tuition reimbursement PTO Company paid holidays Flexible work arrangements Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only) Click here for the full list of Benefits EEO statement: The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law. Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.” As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at:[email protected] and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested. Privacy Policy: To view our privacy policy and online privacy statement, click here. Applicants who are California residents: To see the types of information we may collect from applicants and employees and how we use it, please click here. Compensation: The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.