Harrison Gray Search has partnered with a growing national insurance group seeking an experienced executive to lead strategy and product development for its Inland Marine portfolio. This is a high-impact leadership role reporting directly to the President of the business unit, offering the opportunity to shape underwriting standards, oversee portfolio performance, and influence company-wide strategic initiatives.

About the Opportunity:

This role is part of a collaborative, innovation-focused leadership team committed to underwriting excellence and long-term profitability. The organization has a strong financial foundation and a national footprint, with regional teams supporting clients across multiple U.S. markets.

What You'll Do:

• Drive the development and execution of underwriting strategy for Inland Marine products
• Evaluate portfolio composition and implement risk strategies to support long-term profitability
• Collaborate with actuarial, regional underwriting, and claims teams to develop pricing and risk management approaches
• Lead product innovation efforts, staying ahead of industry trends and emerging risks
• Establish underwriting guidelines, authority levels, and quality standards
• Oversee internal and external relationships to ensure alignment with underwriting goals
• Participate in senior leadership meetings to provide strategic input and progress updates
• Mentor and support underwriters and underwriting leaders across the organization

What You Bring:

• 10+ years of experience in Inland Marine and Property underwriting, including product and portfolio leadership
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence underwriting strategy
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and decision-making skills
• Experience working in complex, dynamic environments with a focus on innovation and collaboration
• Willingness to travel up to 20%

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree
• History of building high-performing teams and challenging the status quo to drive results

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Generous PTO and wellness programs
• Profit-sharing and 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Opportunities for advancement and high visibility with executive leadership

This company has offices across the South, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions but this role may be fully remote.