Munich Re Specialty - North America · 23 hours ago
Head of NonMandated Programs & State Filing
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$185K/yr - $296K/yr
15+ years expMunich Re Specialty - North America is a leading specialty insurance provider focused on delivering exceptional underwriting, claims, and risk management expertise. The Head of Non-Mandated Program Business & State Filings will lead a sizable P&C insurance portfolio, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving strategic decisions to balance growth and profitability.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Direct due diligence and qualification of new, complex NM business opportunities; align resources and develop solutions for potential challenges
Set operational priorities and allocate resources to support NM program initiatives in line with organizational objectives
Lead and motivate multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring efficient coordination and performance across insurance and reinsurance operations
Serve as the primary client management contact for operational and financial matters, building and sustaining strong relationships with senior and executive stakeholders across non-MRSNA Business Units
Lead all negotiations of NM Program Administrator/MGA contracts and related agreements, exercising expert influence and oversight
Ensure compliance with regulatory, underwriting, and company standards; oversee audits and implement corrective actions to optimize portfolio performance
Monitor key performance indicators, enforce policies, and communicate critical program results to internal and external executive stakeholders
Mentor and guide NM Program Specialists; conduct on-site client visits and drive continuous improvement in operations and profitability
Maintain a global perspective, partnering closely with business units and senior leaders across the organization to align regional strategies with enterprise objectives
Develop, grow, and sustain exceptionally strong relationships with Program Client Senior Executive Teams and non-MRSNA Business Unit Senior Teams
Demonstrate advanced interpersonal, negotiation, and influence skills to drive alignment, resolve complex issues, and achieve strategic objectives at the executive level
Lead by example in fostering cooperation, collaboration, and responsiveness among diverse teams and stakeholders
Lead and manage the State Filings Team, setting filing strategy, prioritizing projects, and driving process efficiencies
Oversee Bureau Filings maintenance (ISO, NCCI, AAIS & Independent State Bureaus) to ensure timely and thorough review and communication of filing circulars
Conduct Line of Business updates and process improvement meetings with IT, Statistical Reporting, Product Development, Actuary, and Legal
Manage proprietary state filing processes, ensuring timely deliverables and alignment with client expectations
Build and develop a strong, motivated team; lead process improvement initiatives and prepare staff for future leadership roles
Review and validate remittance of payments for association company assessments (ISO/Verisk, AAIS, NCCI)
Prepare and administer employee compensation processes, including setting team commitments and objectives
Identify, assess, and execute contracted vendor support to address staff augmentation needs and team capability gaps
Qualification
Required
15+ years of leadership experience in multi-line property and casualty insurance
Deep expertise in insurance regulatory requirements, statutory requirements (admitted and non-admitted), and MGA/MGU operations
Proven skills in executive-level relationship management, strategic leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, and team management
Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal abilities, with a track record of building lasting business partnerships
Strong leadership, communication, motivational, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
Ability to solve complex problems independently and make sound, analytical decisions
Experience in developing and sustaining strong business partner and client relationships
Highly organized, decisive, creative, and influential team builder
Demonstrated ability to strategically evaluate staffing needs, source and manage vendor partnerships, and integrate external resources effectively within the team
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
An employee wellness program
Life and disability insurance
401k match
Retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
Two options for your health insurance plan (PPO or High Deductible)
Prescription drug coverage (included in your health insurance plan)
Vision and dental insurance plans
Additional insurance coverages provided at no cost to you, such as basic life insurance equal to 1x annual salary and AD&D coverage that is equal to 1x annual salary
Short and Long Term Disability coverage
Supplemental Life and AD&D plans that you can purchase for yourself and dependents (includes Spouse/domestic partner and children)
Voluntary Benefit plans that supplement your health and life insurance plans (Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity)
A robust 401k plan with up to a 5% employer match
A retirement savings plan that is 100% company funded
Paid time off that begins with 24 days each year, with more days added when you celebrate milestone service anniversaries
Eligibility to receive a yearly bonus as a Munich Re employee
A variety of health and wellness programs provided at no cost
Paid time off for eligible family care needs
Tuition assistance and educational achievement bonuses
A corporate matching gifts program that further enhances your charitable donation
Paid time off to volunteer in your community
Company
Munich Re Specialty - North America
Munich Re Specialty combines premier specialty expertise, capabilities, and products to offer partners and customers simplified access to a wide range of specialty insurance solutions and services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael Kerner
Chief Executive Officer
Sabrina Hart
President and CEO
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