Woods & Co Recruitment has partnered with a fast-growing specialty insurance organization redefining how coverage is delivered in the modern economy. Backed by leading investors and driven by cutting-edge technology, this firm is closing a long-overlooked gap in the commercial insurance market and helping businesses pr otect against the emerging risks of a digital-first world.
As part of their strategic U.S. expansion, they’re seeking a
VP, Production Underwriter to lead growth across two key regions-NY & Chicago. This individual will blend strong technical underwriting expertisewith established broker relationships to drive profitable production and portfolio performance.
What’s in it for you? - $185,000 – $225,000 base + performance bonus (Total Comp $250K+)
- Full autonomy to execute your underwriting strategy and own your market.
- High-visibility role with direct access to executive leadership and product innovation teams.
- Opportunity to build, influence, and expand key broker and distribution relationships.
- Collaborative, forward-thinking culture with genuine long-term growth potential.
What you’ll do: - Lead underwriting and portfolio performance across a key U.S. regions.
- Drive profitable new business through strong broker and distribution relationships.
- Partner with actuarial, product, and claims teams to refine pricing and coverage strategy.
- Identify emerging exposures and adapt underwriting frameworks proactively
What you’ll need: - 7+ years of underwriting experience within specialty or emerging risk lines.
- Proven record of profitable growth and broker relationship management.
- Strong technical understanding of underwriting principles, pricing, and market dynamics.
- Entrepreneurial mindset — thrives in fast-paced, small-team environments.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with credibility across brokers and peers.
If you’re seeking a role where you can truly shape a book of business — not just maintain one — this is the opportunity to join a growing company where your ideas carry weight, your results are visible, and your career trajectory is yours to define.
To learn more, contact Luca Cambursano at (332) 280-1342 or luca@woodsco.global. Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce that values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status), people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members and genders of the LGBTQI community, and people with disability.