Inland Marine Program Leader - NA, Allianz

Allianz

Location:
United States, Chicago ▼
New York
Alpharetta
O'Fallon

Category:
Insurance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

136752.00 - 270400.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

At Allianz Commercial (AzC), we are the global leader for insuring corporate and specialty risks in the Allianz Group. Whether it’s aircraft, satellites, the world’s biggest ships and tallest building, cyber-attacks or climate change impacts, AzC has the major risks covered when it comes to protecting businesses. We are looking for the Inland Marine Program Leader – NA to lead a Program Practice Group (PPG) with representatives from each zone to help source and on-board additional inland marine programs and be the lead representative at Program conferences meeting with brokers, intermediaries and program managers. In addition would orchestrate corporate governance requirements as respects MGAs at AGCS. Promulgate NA Marine program strategy, including Broker Sales Planning, Broker Engagement Model, pipeline development and management, business analysis, remuneration, and governance while working directly with other business partners, specifically NA Inland Marine Underwriters and Distribution. Will lead a team to oversee and manage the growth and profitability of the existing portfolio along with adding new facilities to the book.

Job Responsibility:

Managing Team of Underwriters
Delegate tasks to team in order to achieve overall results
Manage/supervise team client accounts and act as point of referral and/or escalation for issues
Manage cost center budget within plan
Contribute to development and execution of regional Underwriting strategy for LoB
Manage referrals from underwriters and spokes and re-underwrite complex business as appropriate
Develop and cultivate a Programs Practice Group with representatives from each zone in North America
Lead efforts to source new program opportunities
Manage corporate governance requirements for MGA inland marine contracts
Serve as department point person for any future program infrastructure enhancement
Research information on competitive trends, product line trends, producer trends and external environment, including legal, economic, demographic and distribution trends
Recommend new and revised products and programs, underwriting standards and procedures, and provide guidance on pricing within the regions
Monitor product result and develops proposals to maximize profitability, including the review of claims/large losses/trends
Underwrite in line with LoB governance framework
Ensure contract certainty is achieved on all accounts at time of inception
Ensure utilization of global pricing tools
Ensure placing and binding of FAC Reinsurance prior to policy inception
Act as a Key Resource within Inland Marine for all program activities
Research develop and implement programs for NA Inland Marine in coordination with zones and represent organization with external and internal business partners
Positively represent AGCS externally to the market
Proactively drive involvement of functional areas in Underwriting process
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key brokers and clients and other relevant stakeholders

Requirements:

Master’s Degree
Completion of professional insurance qualification (e.g., CII)
Minimum of 11 years of significant experience in Underwriting profitable business in LoB, with an expert level understanding of LoB products and portfolio
Managing people: Ability to lead and manage a team of underwriters
Well recognized established relationships with brokers at peer group level and well established within market
Expert understanding of regional / local LoB insurance markets and competitor landscape
Expert understanding of legal and regulatory framework
Risk Assessment and Management: Ability to assess risk inherent exposures and natural hazards relevant to LoB
Pricing and Market mgt: Analyze current performance against benchmarks applying how the market operates and functions, the business needs and customer needs
Contract Drafting and Interpretation: Design, develop and implement consistent, robust wordings
Policy Management: Robust understanding of policy administration life cycle, information collection, policy issuance, premium bookings, credit control, cancellation
Communication & Presentation: Ability to express ideas and messages clearly, both written and verbally
Influencing skills: Ability to persuade and motivate others to act, without executive authority
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze highly complex data, from multiple sources, in detail
A deep knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), with the ability to leverage AI-drive insights to shape strategic decisions and drive innovation across the organization

What we offer:

hybrid working model
great compensation and benefits package
generous bonus scheme
401K
career development and digital learning programs
international career mobility
support for flexible working
health and wellbeing
private healthcare
generous parental leave benefits
opportunities to be engaged in shaping a future that is safe, inclusive and sustainable

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 02, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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