For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.

The Excess & Surplus Lines division within Hanover Specialty is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and dynamic Vice President, Head of E&S Property, to join our growing team.

At the Hanover we understand that life and the workplace have changed so we are reimagining the workplace and provide flexible work arrangements. This position may be hybrid/remote and based anywhere in the United States (excluding, CA, WA, NY, and CO), with ability for regular business travel to key specialty locations as needed. Location of position is flexible. Our teams have presence across the country.

The Hanover is a diverse and inclusive organization focused on hiring the best talent and we encourage all qualified professionals to apply. We believe that an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace make us a better organization and creates a stronger community.

We encourage all qualified professionals to apply!

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

The VP, Head of E&S Property reports directly to the President of E&S and is responsible for leading and implementing strategic underwriting initiatives for our E&S property division, partnering with actuarial, claims, and additional stakeholders to optimize the portfolio, expand and enhance the product offering, achieve key performance indicators, and drive sustainable profitable growth.

Qualified candidates will have a high degree of technical underwriting acumen, influential and collaborative leadership skills, proven ability to effectively coach, train and develop a growing team of underwriters, build upon an existing strong team culture, bring exceptional organizational skills to effectively manage competing priorities and initiatives, coordinate with key stakeholders across a dynamic company structure to optimize efficiency and execute cross-sell initiatives, strong wholesale relationships, and proven experience implementing producer-management strategies.

THIS IS A FULL-TIME, EXEMPT ROLE

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

Demonstrate subject matter expertise in underwriting E&S property risks, with emphasis on small to midsize primary property accounts
Collaborate with E&S and key Specialty leadership and internal business partners to develop, execute and lead a property strategy that aligns with the overall E&S strategic plan
Establishes short- and long-term strategy and direction for the appropriate blend of price and coverage terms to ensure profitability, optimize the portfolio mix, achieve targeted limits profile, and maximize returns
In partnership with the SP&C CUO, monitor underwriting performance, establish, and maintain underwriting guidelines, promptly handle underwriter referrals, delegate underwriting authority, oversee audit processes, and partner with loss control
Demonstrate strong awareness of property market conditions and collaborate with Product, Claims, and other supporting divisions to ensure product relevancy and fuel product innovation
Lead and develop CAT modeling utilization for risk selection and pricing tools
Implement robust training initiatives to support future growth and maintain disciplined and consistent underwriting across the wholesale and retail E&S property teams
Build upon an existing collaborative team environment to attract and retain top-performing industry talent
Develop and build upon existing key client relationships to foster mutually beneficial growth strategies
Consistently seek opportunities for technical and operational advancement to optimize efficiency
Actively build upon the inclusive and diverse Specialty culture that embraces feedback, seeks to evolve, and grow to effectively meet the needs of our employees, Hanover, and our distribution partners.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

10+ years of primary and excess property experience, including 5 on a non-admitted basis
5+ years of management/ leadership experience
Undergraduate degree required
Industry designations, such as CPCU, preferred
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter, highly motivated, and energetic leader
Strong interpersonal skills, confidence, and collaborative style to lead a high performing team and achieve support when championing initiatives
Experience leading, developing, and recruiting talent, at the underwriter and underwriting management levels
Ability to travel 25%

Leadership 5 Capabilities:

Inclusive Decision Maker: Open to input; resists over-analysis, Decides in complex & ambiguous contexts
Talent Developer: Authentic; coaches through continuous feedback; holds self & others accountable, Builds capabilities to position Hanover for the future
Agile Innovator: Supports smart, courageous risks, day-to-day innovation; anticipates and adapts Challenges status quo and sets new standards; defines innovation in business context; responds quickly to challenges
Composed Change Agent: Authentic and engaging; steady and composed, courageous
Enterprise Integrator: Manages impact on other areas; shares knowledge outside of functional area

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401K with a company match
Tuition reimbursement
PTO
Company paid holidays
Flexible work arrangements
Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
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EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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