Program Director

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client‑centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients’ risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters, think of Gallagher. Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Program Director to lead property and casualty risk‑sharing programs. In this role, you will be responsible for insurance policy and coverage form reviews, risk financing structure evaluations, designing program structures, conducting research on regulatory requirements, and more. The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in program development, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. If you are a strategic thinker, detail‑oriented, and have a passion for delivering high‑quality programs, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity as our Program Director. How You’ll Make an Impact Responsible for driving the overall client strategy in order to meet and exceed client expectations and growth goals Leverage knowledge of the clients to manage this book of business, which includes renewals and growth of existing accounts Coordinate involvement of company personnel including service and local leadership to meet or exceed strategic objectives, conducting stewardship reviews, developing/executing strategic plans that will achieve our clients’ goals while contributing profitable growth for the company Work closely with the service team to ensure both a timely resolution and satisfactory outcome to client issues New Program Development Act as main point of contact on pooling and captive clients Design program structure recommendations Coordinate vendor services for legal, captive/program management, actuary; review contracts Review governing documents (membership/participation agreements) Prepare and/or review required regulatory submissions and participate in meetings with regulators Design underwriting applications Oversight of the renewal processing, including collecting data for actuarial analysis, reviewing actuarial analyses, and establishing underwriting and rating guidelines Manuscript new policy wording; all lines of coverage Coordinate broker placement of primary, excess/reinsurance and ancillary lines including market submission, proposal reviews, and recommendations Board and Captive Support Coordinate vendor items Prepare agendas and meeting materials Coordinate travel/meeting logistics Review financial audits and required regulatory filings Provide peer‑review support as needed Request for Proposals Research and provide participant recommendations Draft materials specific to client requirements Manage process, timeline, and communications to client and participants Review and provide detailed analysis of proposals Coordinate and participate in oral interviews Provide client with general observations and recommendation for consideration Other Services Review and recommend coverage enhancements for existing programs Prepare detailed coverage comparisons and coverage analysis Review legislative changes impacting programs; provide recommendations for changes Review and monitor program invoices for accuracy and compliance About You Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 10 years related experience required Willingness to travel as needed (up to 20%) Preferred Additional designations such as CPCU, ARM, CIC, etc. Property and casualty producer’s license (life and health license preferred, but not required) Prior experience using a sales management tool Professional designation related to life & health Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills Keen problem‑solving skills; focusing solutions on the root cause Strong project management skills Proven ability to create and implement a system or program Strong technical insurance (policies and various property and casualty coverage forms) knowledge Behaviors Successfully manage competing priorities Proficient using technology as a tool to maximize productivity and quality Build collaborative and mutually meaningful relationships with internal and external clients Comfortably engage others in a consultative sales dialogue Compensation And Benefits We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Minimum Core Benefits Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one Life and accident insurance 401(k) and Roth options Tax‑advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA) Educational expense reimbursement Paid parental leave Other Benefits Include Digital mental health services (Talkspace) Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) Training programs Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing Charitable matching gift program And more We Value Inclusion and Diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non‑conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer‑employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. #J-18808-Ljbffr