Job Description

• Define and execute the long-term strategy for Inland Marine within the Specialty Lines segment
• Establish underwriting appetite, portfolio mix, and growth targets aligned with enterprise objectives
• Serve as a key member of the Specialty Lines leadership team, influencing cross-functional initiatives and corporate strategy
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of underwriting leaders and specialists
• Own underwriting profitability, portfolio performance, and risk selection across Inland Marine products
• Set and enforce underwriting guidelines, authority levels, and referral practices
• Monitor key performance indicators (loss ratio, combined ratio, rate adequacy, growth, retention) and implement corrective actions
• Ensure disciplined underwriting while enabling innovation in complex or emerging risks
• Drive product innovation across Inland Marine segments (e.g., contractor’s equipment, builder’s risk, cargo, fine arts, installation floaters)
• Identify emerging risks and market opportunities (e.g., climate-related exposures, supply chain disruptions, renewable technologies)
• Partner with actuarial to ensure pricing sophistication and competitive positioning
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key brokers, agents, and distribution partners
• Establish go-to-market strategies that enhance visibility and differentiate offerings
• Represent the organization in the marketplace, including industry forums and client engagements
• Collaborate with risk, compliance, and reinsurance teams to optimize capital deployment and risk transfer strategies
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal governance frameworks
• Oversee exposure management, catastrophe aggregation, and accumulation controls
• Deliver profitable growth consistent with financial plans and risk tolerances
• Manage budget, expense discipline, and resource allocation for the Inland Marine business
• Contribute to forecasting, planning, and reporting cycles

• 15+ years of commercial property & casualty insurance experience, with deep specialization in Inland Marine or Specialty Lines
• Demonstrated success leading large underwriting teams and managing complex portfolios
• Strong understanding of Inland Marine classes, coverage forms, and risk characteristics
• Proven track record of driving profitable growth and achieving underwriting discipline
• Experience within a national or global insurer, MGA, or specialty carrier
• Advanced knowledge of construction, transportation, and/or specialty equipment risks
• Familiarity with delegated authority arrangements and alternative distribution models
• MBA or advanced insurance designations (e.g., CPCU, ARM)