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Berkley

Regional Vice President

Berkley, Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States, 15143


Company Details:

The Regional Vice President (RVP) will be accountable for the P&L in the territory, developing and executing the business plan and tactics that enable long-term profitable growth within an assigned geography, while also managing the resources and expenses necessary to achieve a profitable outcome.Reporting directly to the President and a member of the companys executive leadership team, the RVP will collaborate with internal business partners and Underwriting Director to enable product, pricing, and services to develop this outcome. The RVP will champion a sales culture within the territory. They will collaborate closely with the entire geographic team - underwriters, sales & marketing, claims, loss control.This position will build and lead the regional team in Pennsylvania and Ohio.Company URL: https://www.wrbmag.com/The company is an equal opportunity employer.Responsibilities:Manages book of business and identifies market opportunities by analyzing competitor intelligence, market and industry research, loss ratios, mix of business, policy count, premium growth, hit ratios and business retention.

Lead pipeline meetings with UW Director (utilizing pipeline report).Lead discussion with Underwriters on travel and agency engagement to achieve the overall plans and objectives of the region. Tracks progress on established UW production scorecards.Manage book of business and reports on results to President: premium growth, hit ratios and business retention, profit/loss, in Operations meetings and 1:1.

Strategic development of distribution plans and execute accordinglyAligns business objectives to support company strategic goals. Develops and monitors the overall plans and objectives of the region. Tracks progress on established success metrics.Partners with Corporate Underwriting staff on product and pricing revisions to drive profitable growth. Collaborates with Underwriting Managers, Production Underwriters and Territory Sales Managers to identify, research, and develop sales opportunities.Strives to enhance relationships with existing agencies and accounts. Participates in establishing new customer relationships to promote sustained profit and growth of new business. Monitors and maintains service standards on an ongoing basis.Manages the agency appointment processes to ensure effective partnerships with quality agents. Guides and shapes underwriting quality assurance, price, rate and exposure monitoring, price adequacy and risk selection.Participants in the companys annual operating and long-term strategic planning process. Collaborates with the Senior Management Team to evaluate results, reestablish a future vision, and develop strategic plans, actions and success metrics.Drives expense control and efficiency throughout the regional operations.Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of their team members.

Leads change by communicating vision and gaining commitment of staff.Attracts, coaches, and develops talent to ensure a staff capable of carrying out business strategies while creating a dynamic talent pool.Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and onboarding employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications:

10 years (plus) of progressive work experience in underwriting and leadership, with a clear track record of success.Proven track record of developing and implementing successful, financially measurable objectives and plans.Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to create a dynamic, results-driven environmentMulti-line commercial lines experience preferred. Experience in both a line and management environment.

Strategic understanding of the changing business environment and how to adapt the companys approach to achieve successA broad understanding of the competitive environment for commercial linesStrong Business and Financial Acumen; Strategic, collaborative, growth orientedAbility to drive data analytics and make appropriate correlations on results throughout the regionProven leadership skills including coaching and mentoring, recruiting and staffing, and developmentStrong communications skills, both written and oralDemonstrated experience in successfully managing external relationshipsIntellectual curiosity to delve into various business problemsHigh sense of urgency and action-orientedProven ability to lead teams through changeAbility to manage multiple projects and timelines across a variety of stakeholders to meet deadlinesAbility to travel on a regular basisRegularly and consistently demonstrates commitment to company values and guiding principlesStrong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteBachelors degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent experienceLicenses/Certifications/Designations : Valid drivers license for travel. Completion of or working toward CIC, AIM, CPCU or similar designation.Additional Company Details:We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.