Hub International
Director of licensing and compliance
Hub International, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
About UsAt HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in protecting and supporting the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses. We help our clients evaluate their risks and develop solutions tailored to their needs. We believe in empowering our employees to learn, grow, and make a difference. Our structure enables our teams to maintain their own unique, regional culture while leveraging support and resources from our corporate centers of excellence.HUB is the 5th largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a boundaryless array of business insurance, employee benefits, risk services, personal insurance, retirement, and private wealth management products and services. With over $5 billion in revenue and more than 17,000 employees in 600 offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in mergers and acquisitions.Join our growing team! HUB is looking for a National Director of Licensing and Compliance who will play an important role in improving and centralizing HUB's insurance producer licensing requirements in the U.S. This person will be fully supported by the other members of the Legal and Compliance Departments.Job Duties:
Create and lead a centralized U.S. licensing team with an initial focus on supporting U.S. Retail, but eventually expanding into E&S, wholesale, and all US lines of business.Evaluate existing, decentralized licensing staff and consider multiple options for building a centralized team including redeploying qualified members to form the new virtual, centralized team.Propose centralization plan and projected staffing/budgetary needs to COOs, Presidents, and EMT.Determine size/scope of team required to assist and support the business with licensing and compliance.Provide knowledgeable and consistent support to our licensed staff.Influence and determine the scope of services to be provided nationally in phases (Licensing administration, renewals, applications, CE tracking, contracting and appointments, carrier portal management, M&A integration and compliance, Surplus Lines compliance and Surplus Lines tax filings).Improve use of our platforms, workflows, and processes, including our insurance producer management and licensing platform (currently AgentSync).Enable a strategic review of licensing to help ensure that necessary staff are properly licensed and that any unnecessary licenses are not continued.Ensure personal credentials and confidential information are handled responsibly.Socialize and roll out a refreshed policy for all of HUB with enhanced training/awareness efforts to clarify HUB's standards and provide additional guidance on definitions and exceptions.Maintain up to date compliance expertise, skills and competency regarding evolving laws, state insurance regulations, guidance, and directives impacting HUB's licensing requirements.Team with Legal to respond to and resolve questions from cross-functional stakeholders related to licensing requirements.Education:
B.A. degree, requiredExperience:
The candidate should have the following background and attributes:Substantial knowledge of and experience with leading a licensing function and the ability to build and manage a diverse team of producer licensing administration professionals.Considerable experience working for an insurance broker, carrier or other company in the insurance industry.5+ years in a managerial position driving results and taking initiative creating and implementing new processes.Good understanding of state-based insurance regulations and experience communicating with state insurance regulatory agencies.Ability to think strategically, drive national projects, and manage towards established goals.Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong time management and organization skills.Experience with in-house software use of AgentSync or similar licensing database and renewal management tool.Ability to identify requirements to meet new company initiatives and determine the most effective plan for meeting business needs and regulatory requirements.Experience working effectively within a team-oriented collaborative organization.Vendor management experience a plus.License/Certifications:
State-based insurance credential ideal but not required. BA/BS or higher level of education required.Software:
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel, requiredProficient in PowerPoint and SharePoint, preferredOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated record of providing substantive/technical legal advice and support to clientsStrong project management skills, including ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively to completionPositive client-service attitudeDetail-oriented, with excellent organizational skillsExercises good judgmentAbility to issue spot and summarize key points succinctlyAbility to be flexible and adaptiveAble to maintain the highly confidential nature of informationJOIN OUR TEAM
Do you believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and transformation? Do you thrive in a supportive and client-focused work environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to help build and drive change in a rapidly growing and evolving organization? When you join HUB, you will be part of a community of learners and doers focused on helping our leaders maximize the potential of their employees.Department:
LegalRequired Experience:
5-7 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel:
NegligibleRequired Education:
Bachelor's degree (4-year degree)HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
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Create and lead a centralized U.S. licensing team with an initial focus on supporting U.S. Retail, but eventually expanding into E&S, wholesale, and all US lines of business.Evaluate existing, decentralized licensing staff and consider multiple options for building a centralized team including redeploying qualified members to form the new virtual, centralized team.Propose centralization plan and projected staffing/budgetary needs to COOs, Presidents, and EMT.Determine size/scope of team required to assist and support the business with licensing and compliance.Provide knowledgeable and consistent support to our licensed staff.Influence and determine the scope of services to be provided nationally in phases (Licensing administration, renewals, applications, CE tracking, contracting and appointments, carrier portal management, M&A integration and compliance, Surplus Lines compliance and Surplus Lines tax filings).Improve use of our platforms, workflows, and processes, including our insurance producer management and licensing platform (currently AgentSync).Enable a strategic review of licensing to help ensure that necessary staff are properly licensed and that any unnecessary licenses are not continued.Ensure personal credentials and confidential information are handled responsibly.Socialize and roll out a refreshed policy for all of HUB with enhanced training/awareness efforts to clarify HUB's standards and provide additional guidance on definitions and exceptions.Maintain up to date compliance expertise, skills and competency regarding evolving laws, state insurance regulations, guidance, and directives impacting HUB's licensing requirements.Team with Legal to respond to and resolve questions from cross-functional stakeholders related to licensing requirements.Education:
B.A. degree, requiredExperience:
The candidate should have the following background and attributes:Substantial knowledge of and experience with leading a licensing function and the ability to build and manage a diverse team of producer licensing administration professionals.Considerable experience working for an insurance broker, carrier or other company in the insurance industry.5+ years in a managerial position driving results and taking initiative creating and implementing new processes.Good understanding of state-based insurance regulations and experience communicating with state insurance regulatory agencies.Ability to think strategically, drive national projects, and manage towards established goals.Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong time management and organization skills.Experience with in-house software use of AgentSync or similar licensing database and renewal management tool.Ability to identify requirements to meet new company initiatives and determine the most effective plan for meeting business needs and regulatory requirements.Experience working effectively within a team-oriented collaborative organization.Vendor management experience a plus.License/Certifications:
State-based insurance credential ideal but not required. BA/BS or higher level of education required.Software:
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel, requiredProficient in PowerPoint and SharePoint, preferredOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated record of providing substantive/technical legal advice and support to clientsStrong project management skills, including ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively to completionPositive client-service attitudeDetail-oriented, with excellent organizational skillsExercises good judgmentAbility to issue spot and summarize key points succinctlyAbility to be flexible and adaptiveAble to maintain the highly confidential nature of informationJOIN OUR TEAM
Do you believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and transformation? Do you thrive in a supportive and client-focused work environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to help build and drive change in a rapidly growing and evolving organization? When you join HUB, you will be part of a community of learners and doers focused on helping our leaders maximize the potential of their employees.Department:
LegalRequired Experience:
5-7 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel:
NegligibleRequired Education:
Bachelor's degree (4-year degree)HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
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