VP, Northeast Distribution Leader

Responsibilities

• Build broker awareness of the Vantage offering and value proposition by serving as the face of Vantage in the Northeast Region.
• With a focus on broker and client engagement, work with the Vantage underwriting teams to build and strengthen our distribution platform in the Northeast region.
• Develop and execute a regional strategy in collaboration with the Chief Distribution Officer and Vantage’s underwriters and business unit leaders.
• Plan, coordinate, and attend broker meetings (virtual or in-person as the circumstances dictate) in line with the regional strategy.
• Actively manage meeting calendars, agendas, and follow-ups with our key partners.
• Own regional events end-to-end — from planning and logistics through on-site hosting — and coordinate Vantage colleague participation.
• Identify, prequalify, and quarterback new business opportunities across all lines of business.
• Collaborate with underwriters on developing holistic account strategies.
• Grow, deepen, and expand broker and client relationships through cross-selling.
• Serve as a key source of market intelligence and internal communication.
• Represent Vantage at industry and broker events throughout the Northeast region.
• Utilize relationship management alongside a rigorous, data-driven approach to drive profitable growth.
• Help build, measure, and analyze insights for the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or similar or equivalent professional experience.
• 8-15 years of Property / Casualty insurance, Distribution, Underwriting or Broking experience with a proven track record in sales development and new business production.
• A visible presence and strong broker and client relationships across the Northeast market.
• Strong knowledge of the insurance space, coverages, and understanding of systems.
• A collaborative, team-first orientation that fits a "One Vantage" culture and a leadership presence in the New York office.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, and the executive presence to represent Vantage at the highest levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Willingness to travel approximately 40% of the time to meet brokers, attend both industry and internal meetings and events, and maintain a strong regional presence.

Qualifications

• Ability to process and adapt to change in a rapid growth company environment.
• Curiosity, thriftiness, and resourcefulness to manage through the unknowns of growing a specialty (re)insurance business from the ground up.

Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong broker and client relationships.
• Data-driven approach to business.
• Ability to travel and attend events.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus potential.
• Strong health and welfare benefits.
• Retail and retirement plans with company match.
• Competitive time off plans.
• A highly flexible work environment.

Pay

The base salary expectation for this role is between $220,000 and $280,000. The actual base salary for the selected candidate may be higher, commensurate with the candidate's experience and expectations.

Schedule

This is a hybrid role, based in our New York City office approximately 2-3 days per week.