Assistant Vice President, Underwriter Commercial Auto at The Hanover Insurance Group in Worcester, MA, USA

Job description

• Posted Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 4:00 AM
• The Assistant Vice President, Commercial Auto Underwriting to lead the performance, profitability, and direction of our Commercial Auto portfolio. In this enterprise leadership role, you will partner with leaders across Underwriting, Product, Actuarial, Claims, Distribution, and Operations to drive profitable growth, enhance underwriting performance, and strengthen our competitive position in the marketplace.
• This is a Full-time, Exempt role. This position is hybrid or remote.

Responsibilities

• Lead Commercial Auto underwriting and portfolio strategies that support profitable growth.
• Manage portfolio performance, including growth, retention, pricing, and profitability.
• Partner with Product, Actuarial, and Analytics teams to enhance underwriting tools, pricing models, and product offerings.
• Provide oversight of underwriting guidelines, risk selection, and governance practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing insights on market trends, emerging risks, and portfolio opportunities.
• Influence enterprise initiatives and collaborate across a highly matrixed organization.
• Represent The Hanover in industry forums and professional organizations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of insurance experience with significant Commercial Auto underwriting expertise.
• Strong knowledge of Commercial Auto products, pricing, portfolio management, and profitability drivers.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategies that drive business results.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated success leading through influence across a complex organization.
• CPCU, ARM, AU, MBA, or similar professional designation.
• Experience leading Commercial Auto underwriting, product, or portfolio management initiatives.
• Experience presenting to executive leadership and driving enterprise-wide change.

Skills

Required

• Commercial Auto underwriting expertise
• Strategic development and execution
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Relationship-building skills
• Leadership through influence

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.
• 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
• 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.