Head of Underwriting Insurance Programs

About the role

The role is for Head of Underwriting, Insurance Programs. The primary responsibility of this role is to have 360-degree involvement in all aspects of the Insurance Programs unit – with particular emphasis on oversight of the underwriting function.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Programs with all aspects of production, underwriting and operations.
• Develop the knowledge, understanding and comfort level to manage all aspects of the Insurance Programs unit.
• Lead and support through our performance management system, serve as a role model for our underwriters, identify gaps in underwriting capabilities, and coach the team through complex business challenges.
• Develop and share first-call position with our key sources for new programs, and develop new contacts and relationships.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of our existing program portfolio and programs under review.
• Engage with the development of our Target Operating Model and consult with the Head of Operations as new capabilities are launched.
• Ensure the quality of our engagement with MGA clients, serving to ensure clear line of sight on all aspects of program management: portfolio reviews, underwriting audits, claims, monitoring bordereau, reinsurance and financial results.
• Establish and develop new relationships with key brokers and program managers in the marketplace.
• Review Insurance Program’s Risk Appetite annually and ensure it aligns with the broader PartnerRe appetite.
• Comply with Internal Audit directives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant program, insurance, or reinsurance experience — preferably in both casualty and property lines.
• MGA experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of the E&S market; primary insurance coverage and forms; and manual, exposure and experience rating techniques.
• Solid understanding of actuarial and accounting concepts.
• Managerial experience is preferred.
• A college or university degree is required.