Subsidiary President / CEO (Domestic and Int'l) (Old Greenwich)

President

The President is responsible for the successful management of virtually all aspects of the specific stand alone Operating Unit. S / he provides leadership and direction to the entire team including dedicated underwriting, claims, actuarial, marketing, technology and finance and is expected to develop and execute strategies that deliver high risk-adjusted financial returns and growth in favorable situations while managing risk. S / he understands, is passionate about and serves as role model for the core cultural norms of W. R. Berkley Corporation including dedication to integrity, honesty and the highest level of business ethics. Key functions include, but are not limited to :

• Drive shareholder value through appropriate risk-adjusted returns.
• Leverage the successful attributes of the Berkley Company while developing new strategies to further the Company's growth and profitability.
• Assess the organizational structure and hiring requirements to align with both the current and future needs of the business.
• Report regularly to the EVP and more formally on a quarterly basis to parent company CEO and President, Chief Financial Officer, and its Chief Actuary.
• Set and drive strategic and operational objectives towards achievable short-term successes while making progress towards long-term goals.
• Continually monitor objectives for financial returns, risk management, marketing and competitive advantages.
• Position the Company within the market as preferred partner.
• Inspire the team to be creative when leveraging their knowledge of the business and engage in exploring and experimenting with the opportunities for the business in the future.
• Drive underwriting excellence through a high level of engagement in the business, data and analytics, and regular communication throughout the Company.
• Ensure the achievement of continued profitability, growth and operational efficiencies through managing the business, underwriting profitability, claims and expenses.
• Create a culture consistent within the greater organization for teams that excel in their industry knowledge, take pride in their ownership of the business and strive for delivering value to their stakeholders.
• Must be willing to work from the Operating Unit headquarters office on a daily basis.

The company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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