Hiring: AVP, Regional Sales - Northeast Company: AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. Location: United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:57:14 Target Skills & Keywords : Risk Management About the job Experience: •10+ years of commercial insurance experience with significant exposure to sales, distribution, agency management, and business development. Required Skills: •Lead the sales and distribution strategy for the Northeast Region, driving profitable growth across all assigned states and territories. •Manage and develop a team of Regional Sales Managers, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance leadership. •Build, strengthen, and expand relationships with key agency and broker partners, including large national and regional brokerage firms. •Develop and execute strategic growth plans for both mature markets and underpenetrated territories, including Connecticut, Massachusetts, Northern New England, Upstate New York, and select Pennsylvania markets. •Drive sales execution while establishing clear regional strategies to increase market share and expand product penetration. •Partner with underwriting leadership to align sales initiatives with profitability goals and market opportunities. •Maintain strong visibility with executive leadership and represent the organization in high-profile customer, broker, and industry-facing engagements. •Analyze sales, agency, market, and production data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Qualifications: •In-depth knowledge of Workers' Compensation and Commercial Package/Product underwriting, with recent experience leading sales and distribution efforts. •Demonstrated success managing and developing sales leaders and high-performing teams. •Proven ability to create and execute strategic growth initiatives across multiple markets and distribution channels. •Strong executive presence with the ability to build credibility and influence at all organizational levels. •Track record of driving profitable growth while balancing production, underwriting, and operational objectives. •Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and relationship management skills. •Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Insurance, or a related field preferred. •Professional insurance designations (CPCU, CIC, ARM, or equivalent) are a plus. •Must reside within the Northeast Region, preferably in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or the Philadelphia metropolitan area. •Demonstrated capacity to travel regularly throughout the region as business needs require. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!