Travel Insurance Underwriting VP - Hybrid/Eatontown, NJ or Glastonbury, CT

Crum & Forster Holdings Corp.•Eatontown, NJ

39d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic professional to join our Specialty Business Unit. This position will be either AVP or VP level depending on level of experience and other factors. This role is designed for someone experienced in Travel, who will drive strategy, profitability, and innovation. You will be empowered to shape the future of travel insurance at C&F, mentor and develop talent, and represent our organization as an industry leader. This role will be responsible for review and analysis of underwriting data to build and maintain a profitable book of business within the A&H SBU team. They will directly manage new and existing partner relationships through continued customer service and marketing activities. This position is also responsible for transactions as well as strategic leadership in the areas of product development, underwriting and governance, rating/pricing, distribution, fulfillment and portfolio financial performance.

Requirements

Extensive experience in the travel insurance industry, with strong underwriting acumen
Strategic planning, forecasting, and analytical skills
Proven ability to lead a travel program
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
In-depth product and market knowledge, including exposure analysis, forms, coverage, and rating principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Bachelor's degree and significant relevant experience (8+ years)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Willingness to travel as needed (15-20%)

Nice To Haves

Industry designations and reinsurance experience preferred

Responsibilities

Expand and advance C&F's market presence as a leading travel insurance organization
Build, manage, and maintain a profitable book of travel insurance business
Develop and execute strategic plans in partnership with senior leadership
Provide technical expertise and market intelligence to internal teams
Foster and grow relationships with partners, agents, and producers
Generate new business and retain renewals, leveraging deep market awareness
Administer and monitor underwriting rules, guidelines, and compliance
Represent C&F at industry events, public meetings, and client functions
Lead product development and refinement, including pricing and rating methodologies
Mentor and develop underwriters and team members, driving performance excellence
Guide team members in their career progression and personal growth
Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Participate in P&L management and process efficiency initiatives
Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and resource optimization
Conduct underwriting due diligence, onboarding, and audits
Drive training, initiatives, and special projects
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Generous 401K employer match
Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole family's wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
A core C&F tenet is owning your career development, so we provide a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry-related certifications and professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path
A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
We believe you do well by doing good and want to encourage a spirit of social and community responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community

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