Head of North America Wholesale and Specialty Insurance at Everest, overseeing profitable growth and strategic direction in specialty lines. Leading a team and enhancing key relationships in the wholesale distribution.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the long-term strategic vision and annual business plans for the Wholesale and Specialty division to achieve profitability and growth targets in North America.
Identify emerging market trends, risks, and opportunities to drive product innovation and market expansion.
Champion a culture of underwriting discipline, collaboration, and superior customer service.
Direct the overall underwriting strategy, ensuring alignment with the company's risk appetite and profitability goals.
Oversee the management of the entire Wholesale and Specialty portfolio, monitoring key performance indicators such as combined ratio, loss ratio, and rate adequacy.
Provide expert guidance on complex underwriting referrals and large accounts.
Build, maintain, and enhance strategic relationships with key wholesale brokers and national distribution partners.
Serve as the primary executive contact for major partners, driving business development initiatives and ensuring Everest is a market of choice.
Represent Everest at industry conferences, client meetings, and other external events to promote our brand and capabilities.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of underwriting leaders and professionals.
Foster an inclusive and results-oriented culture that attracts, develops, and retains top industry talent.
Establish clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback and coaching to ensure team success.
Assume full P&L responsibility for the North America Wholesale and Specialty division.
Collaborate with Claims, Actuarial, Operations, and IT to ensure seamless execution, data integrity, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
A minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in the property and casualty insurance industry, with significant focus on specialty lines and the wholesale distribution channel.
At least 10 years of proven leadership experience, including managing large teams and P&L responsibility.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field is required.
An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
Professional designations such as CPCU or ARM are highly desirable.
Deep technical underwriting expertise across various specialty lines (e.g., E&S Property, Casualty, Professional Lines, Credit and Political Risk, Surety, Aviation, Marine, Energy and Construction, etc.).
Extensive and demonstrable relationships within the wholesale brokerage community.
Exceptional strategic thinking, business acumen, and analytical skills.
Proven ability to lead, influence, and drive results in a dynamic and competitive market.
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels, from underwriters to C-suite executives.
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