Regional Executive

Sentry Insurance•Irvine, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a strategic, results-driven Regional Executive to take ownership of the revenue and profitability of our $100M+ Pacific region. In this leadership role you will own developing and implementing underwriting strategies across our commercial lines for the Pacific region. You’ll lead a dedicated regional team of 20+ professionals, fostering a collaborative environment focused on operational excellence and professional growth.

Requirements

10+ years of underwriting experience specifically within standard commercial lines property and casualty insurance in the state of California
Significant experience in commercial lines underwriting.
Insurance and product management experience demonstrated technical insurance background in Commercial Lines Property and Casualty insurance.
Knowledge of marketing techniques, trends, and concepts.
Superior problem solving and analytical skills with proven ability to make data driven decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Successful management experience.
Ability to meet travel requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

Create and execute regional strategies to optimize premium growth and profitability across applicable commercial lines of business. Strategies are regionally based and informed by a deep understanding of market dynamics, independent agencies and end customers, relationships and any other factors that influences paths to market in the niche.
Maintain close contact with marketing functions and agencies to define target market segments, marketing requirements, key business strategies, and the competitive environment for this region.
Maintain knowledge of current market trends, competitor’s products and strategies, rate levels, and product success and shortcomings in order to reach premium and growth objectives.
Responsible for the creation and execution of premium plans in the region by ensuring independent agencies deliver and execute marketing strategies.
Provides leadership and coaching to marketing representatives reinforcing the agency management process.
Implement and maintain underwriting standards policies, procedures, practices, and processes for Regional products.
Provides support and training to (field) underwriting staff within the region.
Collaborate with senior leadership to create successful business strategies and tactics to profitably grow this region.