Underwriting Leader, Hospitality Practice

Company:

Victor

Description:

Victor US is one of the largest and most experienced underwriting managers of specialty insurance programs in the world and a subsidiary of Marsh.  Victor US markets its solutions through a large distribution network of licensed insurance agents and brokers. 

We are seeking an experienced Hospitality Practice Leader to join our dynamic team at Victor. Although this position is based in the East Coast, it is also open to being remote.

Underwriting Leader, Hospitality Practice

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in underwriting and leadership roles in the Hospitality space, demonstrating a strong understanding of the insurance landscape and the specific challenges faced by hospitality businesses. This role will be instrumental in creating, managing, and enhancing our hospitality insurance programs, ensuring they align with industry standards and client expectations.

We will count on you to:

• Develop and implement innovative insurance programs tailored to the hospitality industry, including hotels, restaurants, and other related businesses.

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the hospitality sector.

• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and risk management teams to ensure comprehensive program offerings.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, capital partners and industry stakeholders to promote program awareness and growth.

• Monitor program performance and make data-driven recommendations for improvements and enhancements.

• Drive efficiencies and process improvements with a digital focus

• Lead training sessions and workshops for internal teams and clients to ensure understanding of program features and benefits.

• Stay current with industry regulations, trends, and best practices to ensure compliance and competitiveness.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in underwriting and management within the hospitality insurance sector.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.

• Experience with digital platforms and driving results through automation

What makes you stand out?

• Advanced degree or professional designations (e.g., CPCU, ARM) preferred.

• Program experience building or leading teams in the Hospitality space.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.

• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.

• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is the world’s top insurance broker and risk advisor. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $23 billion and more than 85,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Victor offers a connected culture of talented, inspired individuals, and a work environment where colleagues can grow and succeed. At Victor, your voice is heard, your skills are sharpened and your ambitions nurtured. We value diversity in thought and background and are looking for individuals who are up for the challenge of creating the insurance enterprise of the future. If that’s you, join us on our journey—with us by your side, you’ll be ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. Victor Insurance Managers LLC (“Victor”) is one of the world’s largest managing general underwriters with locations in the US, Canada, UK, Netherlands, Germany, Italy, and Australia. It handles more than $4 billion USD in premium on behalf of numerous insurance carriers, through a large network of more than 20,000 active insurance agents and brokers. With deep, specialized underwriting expertise, the company delivers a wide range of insurance solutions – from specialty property and casualty and professional liability insurance to group and retiree benefits. Victor is committed to building on 65-plus years of experience to develop products and services that address the complex needs of its customers. For more information, visit www.victorinsurance.com. Victor US is the flagship business of Victor, operating under the legal name, Victor Insurance Managers LLC. It is a leading managing general agent in the US with a rich history in specialty insurance and offering a unique range of products and programs distributed through independent brokers and agents. The company is committed to making insurance easier for brokers, agents and their clients through specialized underwriting expertise, personalized customer service and a responsive, technology-oriented business approach. For more information, visit www.victorinsurance.com.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

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The applicable base salary range for this role is $128,900 to $274,500.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

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