American Freedom Insurance Company (AFIC), a fast-growing, A+ (Superior) rated non-standard auto insurer doing business in Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and with a license in Ohio, is seeking an experienced, proven, detail-oriented Pricing Manager. This role will focus on achieving favorable results, handling regulatory filings, developing state-specific program enhancements, and effectuating the development of competitive product strategies. The ideal candidate has favorable experience in insurance product management, strong technical / math skills and enjoys working collaboratively across departments.
Your Responsibilities
- Manage an assigned auto insurance state(s), ensuring profitability, compliance, and competitiveness when appropriate.
- Align product goals with company objectives and strengths, regulatory requirements, and profitability targets.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Underwriting, Claims, IT, Legal, vendors, etc. to design, price, and implement product features and to support day-to-day operations.
- Maintain effective regulatory relations, prepare and submit product and rate filings via SERFF and overall communicate successfully with insurance departments.
- Monitor and evaluate product performance metrics (loss ratios, retention, premium growth, etc.) and recommend and implement approved adjustments to improve results.
- Conduct competitor and market analysis including securing agent input to identify trends, pricing opportunities, product enhancements, etc. and incorporate into actionable product advancements.
- Develop strong knowledge of and ensure compliance with state requirements and effectively respond to regulatory inquiries.
- Contribute and reply to audits, reviews, and regulatory examinations as a subject-matter expert. Review criticisms and areas reviewed in other insurance carrier Market Conduct Exam reports and ensure AFIC is in compliance with all potential exposures.
- Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to identify opportunities for new products, coverages, and enhancements.
- Initiate, lead and / or support projects and initiatives that enhance product development, operations, and / or performance.
- Explore and assess new opportunities to potentially include small commercial automobile coverage, telematics, a new jurisdiction, rideshare, and / or other emerging trends.
- Address other significant company projects.
Requirements
Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, Economics or related field required, MBA preferredMinimum 35 years of Product / Pricing Management or related experience, preferably with a focus on automobile insuranceExcellent quantitative and communication skillsStrong knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI or TableauStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailWorking knowledge of insurance rate filings and rulesRegular user of AI tools with demonstrated capability to generate actionable ideas for integrating AI into product management processes and product development strategiesEffective communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teamsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with product management tools or regulatory filing systems (e.g., SERFF) is a plusWhy AFIC?
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary401(k) with up to 6% company matchHealth & Wellness
Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans (PPO, HMO, HSA)Dental, vision, and telemedicineLife & disability insuranceGrowth & Stability
13 consecutive years of premium growthOver 25 years of annual profitabilityA+ rated Superior by A.M. Best, the most respected rating agency of insurance companiesExpansion across 5+ statesWork-Life Balance
Hybrid schedulePaid time off and holidaysRegular 8 AM 5 PM hoursCulture
Business casual dressFriendly, collaborative workplaceCompany-paid lunches, events, and recognition programs