Global Head of Life Sciences

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction, growth, and profitability of CNA’s U.S. Small Business and Middle Market Life Sciences businesses, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and long-term growth priorities.
• Develop and execute global portfolio strategies that drive profitable growth, optimize performance, and strengthen competitive positioning in the marketplace.
• Serve as a trusted thought leader to global counterparts, providing consultative guidance and technical support that advances CNA’s global Life Sciences business.
• Partner closely with Distribution, Product, Actuarial, Finance, Claims, Risk Control and Operations leaders to develop and execute profitable growth strategies.
• Champion underwriting excellence by establishing high standards for risk selection, governance, quality assurance, technical expertise and performance accountability.
• Strengthen market presence and business results through strategic broker engagement and the development of sales and underwriting capabilities within the team.
• Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing underwriting organization, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and results.
• Athrive in a matrixed, cross-functional environment, leading through influence.
• Attract, develop and retain top talent to build organizational capabilities and succession pipelines that support current and future business needs.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Deep underwriting and portfolio management expertise with demonstrated success driving profitable growth and business performance.
• Proven strategic, analytical, and technical acumen, with the ability to translate plans into business results.
• Proven ability to lead through influence in a matrixed, cross-functional environment.
• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams and developing future leaders.
• Strong executive presence, sound judgment, and proven ability to navigate complex business challenges.
• Proficiency with business technology and data analytics tools used to support decision-making and portfolio management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the commercial insurance industry, products, distribution channels, and market dynamics.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with Master’s preferred in a related discipline, or equivalent.
• Typically a minimum of 12 years of related work experience, with seven years management experience.
• Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation preferred.