Branch Executive – New York and New Jersey Region

at  Liberty Mutual

Pay Philosophy
The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
Description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER AT LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE - A FORTUNE 100 COMPANY!

Liberty Mutual Group is a diversified global financial services company headquartered in Boston, MA. Our company, which is one of the largest Property and Casualty insurers in the US., employs over 50,000 people in more than 900 offices around the world.
We are looking for a Branch Executive (Regional Distribution Director) who will work with key brokers to represent the Global Risk Solutions (GRS) brand and all business segments within, including National Insurance and North America Specialty, for Metro New York and New Jersey. Additionally, they will partner with internal leadership from all segments across GRS to foster communication and partnership in how GRS approaches the market and drives ease of doing business for broker partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant Insurance Industry experience
• Strong understanding of P&C and Specialty insurance products
• Proven business development/sales skills
• Ability to manage through influence and foster trusted relationships
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively on a team
• Underwriting experience preferred
• Undergraduate degree preferre

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Agile development methodologies as typically acquired through a Bachelors’ degree in relevant field (business, computer science, etc.) and a minimum of 10 years’ experience in business, engineering, technology and/or consulting. Master’s degree preferred.
• High level of proven business expertise needed to set clear priorities for product and understand business value impacts.
• Technical proficiency required to oversee quarterly & sprint planning and to have an informed, independent voice.
• Strong influencing skills to be seen as the decision maker when interfacing with business, and willingness to dissent with both teams and business.
• Ability to influence a diverse group of stakeholders through strong leadership skills
• Ability to coach and inspire both direct reports and matrix teams.
• Comfortable with making decisions with some level of uncertainty in a fast-paced working environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to convey information clearly and concisel

• Clearly understand both the underwriting appetite and business strategy of all facets of GRS and articulate and support in the marketplace
• Foster mutually beneficial relationships with grow and core brokers in your assigned region and drive profitable growth
• Lead all aspects of development for broker facing/client facing marketing communication plans, including communications and events
• Structure and lead cross sell initiatives that align with regional growth plans and market opportunities
• Prospect and develop new broker relationships identifying new areas of opportunity
• Align with overall GRS strategy, work with peers, business and Regional Distribution Executive to develop strategies that support GWP, new business, submission and retention targets
• Drive collaboration internally, encouraging an environment focused on shared GRS success
• Maintain close relations with business leaders and underwriting org, keeping communication channels clear to ensure alignment and keep executive management informed of areas of concern and/or opportunity

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant Insurance Industry experience
• Strong understanding of P&C and Specialty insurance products
• Proven business development/sales skills
• Ability to manage through influence and foster trusted relationships
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively on a team
• Underwriting experience preferred
• Undergraduate degree preferred

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Agile development methodologies as typically acquired through a Bachelors’ degree in relevant field (business, computer science, etc.) and a minimum of 10 years’ experience in business, engineering, technology and/or consulting. Master’s degree preferred.
• High level of proven business expertise needed to set clear priorities for product and understand business value impacts.
• Technical proficiency required to oversee quarterly & sprint planning and to have an informed, independent voice.
• Strong influencing skills to be seen as the decision maker when interfacing with business, and willingness to dissent with both teams and business.
• Ability to influence a diverse group of stakeholders through strong leadership skills
• Ability to coach and inspire both direct reports and matrix teams.
• Comfortable with making decisions with some level of uncertainty in a fast-paced working environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to convey information clearly and concisely

About Us
This position may have in-office requirements depending on candidate location.
At Liberty Mutual, our purpose is to help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow. That’s why we provide an environment focused on openness, inclusion, trust and respect. Here, you’ll discover our expansive range of roles, and a workplace where we aim to help turn your passion into a rewarding profession.
Liberty Mutual has proudly been recognized as a “Great Place to Work” by Great Place to Work® US for the past several years. We were also selected as one of the “100 Best Places to Work in IT” on IDG’s Insider Pro and Computerworld’s 2020 list. For many years running, we have been named by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates as well as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity. To learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion please visit: https://jobs.libertymutualgroup.com/diversity-inclusion
We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.