VICE PRESIDENT, UNDERWRITING OPERATIONS AND DISTRIBUTION

We currently have a position available in our Edmonton office for the newly created role of Vice President, Underwriting Operations & Distribution. Reporting to the President and CEO, this Vice President role is a key member of the Executive team and shares responsibility within the executive group for the development and execution of the Company’s long-term strategic plans and the overall direction and philosophy of the Company. This role is responsible for the strategy, scale and performance of the underwriting systems and broker experience, which includes broker training, digital tools, and internal underwriting operations.
This role provides strategic direction and guidance through continuous monitoring and improvement of system processes and digital experiences of brokers and employees and is responsible for identifying opportunities and implementing processes and practices to mitigate distribution related risks, while maintaining profitability, regulatory compliance and competitiveness.

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE:

• Excellent compensation package commensurate with experience
• Eligible for both short term and long term incentive payment plans
• Matching contributions to your Registered Pension Plan
• Partial reimbursement for personal auto and property insurance premiums
• Competitive group benefits plan including life, health, vision, dental and a flexible Wellness/health spending account
• Healthy work-life balance including a day off every 4 weeks, 3 bonus days when you simply feel too good to work, and more
• Opportunity to lead at a company with a proud history and revered corporate culture that promotes ongoing professional development and personal growth

• Establish strategic objectives and oversee the execution of distribution and marketing initiatives that align with and support the company’s strategic plan.
• Provide strategic direction for both underwriting system operations and the broker experience, digital tools, broker integrations, and continuous improvement of internal system processes.
• Improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance broker and customer satisfaction through implementation of effective distribution and operations strategies.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors, broker partners, and stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics to identify opportunities and drive long term improvement initiatives.
• Develop a team of distribution and operations professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Establish and implement short and long term marketing goals to enhance both the company brand and the broker sales experience
• Oversee the execution of marketing initiatives, broker communications and related policies and processes
• Partner with other senior leaders to craft and execute operational strategies that optimize product distribution and drive profitability while ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional levels of service
• Work with key internal teams, brokers, and vendors to drive continuous improvements and streamline underwriting operations
• Identify and monitor key distribution risks and develop and implement processes for management and mitigation of such risks
• Ensure regulatory compliance and market conduct standards are met in the distribution of products and services
• Develop marketing budgets and operational timelines that track progress and ensure strategic goals are met within financial constraints
• Promote Peace Hills and its services in the marketplace with primary and secondary stakeholders
• Stay current on industry trends in broker digital distribution and participate in industry groups with this focus
• Develop and recommend policies, strategies and objectives designed to achieve the corporate vision, including short term and long term strategic initiatives
• Develop and achieve organizational objectives and key performance targets