Vice President, Underwriting Executive, Individual Life

Vice President, Underwriting Executive, Individual Life

About the Company

Globally-recognized property/casualty & health reinsurance company

Industry
Insurance

Type
Privately Held

Founded
1846

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Financial Services
• Consulting & Professional Services
• Insurance
• Carriers
• Property and Casualty Insurance
• Reinsurance

Specialties

• property / casualty reinsurance
• life / health reinsurance
• property / casualty reinsurance and life / health reinsurance

Business Classifications

• B2C

About the Role

The Company is seeking a VP, Underwriting Executive for Individual Life. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing a high-performing underwriting team, providing technical underwriting guidance, and managing relationships with assigned clients. This role requires a hands-on leader with extensive individual life reinsurance underwriting experience, a deep knowledge of life underwriting principles, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality underwriting decisions. The VP will also be expected to maintain a small active underwriting caseload, foster a collaborative team environment, and contribute to the advancement of underwriting practices. Candidates for this role at the company should have strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. A positive, collaborative, and inclusive leadership style is essential, with a demonstrated commitment to professional development and team success. The role demands a professional with excellent communication and relationship management skills, who can build and maintain strong client relationships and is adept at monitoring client and business performance. While a Bachelor's degree is preferred, professional designations or coursework in relevant fields are highly valued. The VP will also be expected to represent the company with clients and within the industry, and a willingness to travel periodically is required.

Functions

• Operations
• Account Management/Optimization