Director, Strategy & Analytics (Surety)

Markel • Single Office IN USA, IN

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About The Position

The role of Director, Strategy & Analytics, is responsible for designing and driving enterprise-wide data intelligence, marketing content and operational efficiency initiatives across the Surety organization. This role operates as a senior individual contributor, working across underwriting, business development, and operations to enable data-driven decision-making, improve market messaging, and drive efficiency.

Requirements

• 10+ years in surety, insurance, or financial services
• Experience in analytics, marketing, or operations
• Strong understanding of surety distribution model
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive initiatives
• Experience with data tools and process improvement
• US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Build centralized insights capability using tools like Power BI
• Analyze production trends, portfolio performance, and agency segmentation
• Deliver actionable insights for decision-making
• Develop and standardize Surety messaging, positioning, and content frameworks
• Create agent/broker materials and thought leadership content
• Ensure consistent messaging across field and home office
• Identify inefficiencies and streamline workflows
• Improve turnaround times and reduce manual processes
• Drive adoption of automation and best practices
• Lead cross-functional initiatives tied to business priorities
• Translate leadership direction into actionable plans
• Ensure measurable outcomes and execution discipline
• Align underwriting, operations, and marketing priorities
• Influence stakeholders without formal authority
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership

Benefits

• Multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options
• Optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with employer match contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• PTO
• Corporate holidays
• Floating holidays
• Parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed