AVP, Management Liability - Excess & Surplus and Specialty

If you're passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide's Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, "on your side" goes beyond just words.

Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Please Note : There are two openings for this job requisition. One position will support the Eastern region, and the other will support the Western region.

This role is available for remote work within the United States.

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Job Description Summary

Leads a team of managers and / or underwriters in an assigned territory and will be responsible for contributing to the development of business strategy (in conjunction with senior leaders), execution of the business plan and attainment of goals and financial metrics as outlined in the business plan.

Responsible for influencing and managing relationships with brokers, program managers, and other producer channels, including exploring opportunities to drive more business.

Monitors trends and manages product issues within the territory or region for all assigned products.

Job Description

Reporting Relationships : Reports to VP of MLS. 3 - 5 direct reports, may have indirect reports.

Core Duties and Responsibilities :

• Serves as Regional Leader and has a direct focus on sales and accelerated growth in assigned territory.
• In conjunction with leader develops, maintains, and effectively executes underwriting guidelines and product management and best practices to ensure the integrity, consistency, and effectiveness of the portfolio across all channels.

Leads the exploration and delivery of innovative product solutions.

Ensures the achievement of continued profitability, growth and / or operational efficiency for the assigned line of business or territory through development of risk appetite, assessment of risk exposures and controls, market dynamics, emerging risk issues, and product innovation.

Evaluates underwriting and product performance based on financial analysis. Includes rate, reserve adequacy, claims, operational, planning and product reviews.

Provides results and recommendations to key stakeholders and action plans to adjust results.

Leads, directs and has full management accountability for staff in area of responsibility with an emphasis on talent development and succession planning in accordance with strategic direction.

Collaborates with key business partners in Lines of Business, Segments, Underwriting Services, Loss Control, Pricing, Claims, Distribution, and Compliance to address governance, processing, and compliance issues.

Developing Strategy : in conjunction with leader; develops and executes on business plan.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Skills and Experiences :

Education : Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, or equivalent.

License / Certification / Designation : Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation preferred.

Experience : Minimum six to eight years of experience in the Management / Professional Liability marketplace. Demonstrated ability to achieve successful financial benchmarks.

Strong relationships and recognized expertise in the Management / Professional Liability marketplace. Strong preference for demonstrated managerial experience.

Deep knowledge and expertise in Excess line of business. Advanced communication, relationship management and team building skills.

Ability to drive results by identifying and resolving significant problems within scope of responsibility.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager's leader and HR Business Partner.

Values : Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values and Guiding Behaviors.

Job Conditions :

Overtime Eligibility : Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions : Normal office environment. Travel will be required.

ADA : The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

We currently anticipate accepting applications until 09 / 17 / 2024. However, we encourage early submissions, as the posting may close sooner if a strong candidate slate is identified before the deadline.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including : medical / dental / vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more.

To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged.

Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

This position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states.

Smoke-Free Iowa Statement : Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with the Iowa Smokefree Air Act.

Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on or around company premises as well as company issued vehicles. The company offers designated smoking areas in which smoking is permitted at each individual location.

The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations. For more information on the Iowa Smokefree Air Act, individuals may contact the Smokefree Air Act Helpline at redacted .

For NY residents please review the following state law information : Notice of Employee Rights, Protections, and Obligations LS740 (ny.

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Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate;

the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment.

If a Sales job, Sales Incentives, based on performance goals are possible in addition to this range.

The national salary range for AVP, Mgmt Liability - E&S / Specialty : $150,000.00-$293,000.00

The expected starting salary range for AVP, Mgmt Liability - E&S / Specialty : $157,000.00 - $262,000.00