Hiring: Head of Everest Underwriting Partners Company: Everest Location: Philadelphia, PA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:32:58 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Portfolio Management, Program Management, Risk Management About the job Experience: •50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world. •15+ years of experience in P&C Insurance in North America •15+ years of experience in delegated authority distribution channel Required Skills: •Strategic Leadership & Business Management •Establish and execute the strategic vision for Everest Underwriting Partners, aligned with the broader objectives of Everest Insurance and Global Wholesale & Specialty. •Drive profitable growth through disciplined portfolio management, strategic capital deployment, and effective cycle management. •Lead the development and execution of annual and multi-year business plans, including production, retention, profitability, and operational performance objectives. •Identify emerging market opportunities, distribution trends, and partnership opportunities to expand Everest's delegated authority platform. •Serve as a key member of the Wholesale & Specialty leadership team, contributing to enterprise-wide strategic planning and decision making. •Portfolio Strategy & Underwriting Management •Define underwriting strategy, risk appetite, portfolio objectives, and growth priorities across all Programs business. Qualifications: •In-depth knowledge of core P&C Insurance products, including property, casualty, liability and specialty lines •Extensive experience managing and driving the P&L for an Insurance business •Proven ability to develop and manage Sales and Distribution channels, adjusting strategies and actions to meet the needs of a changing marketplace •Extensive experience engaging with Program Administrators, MGA’s and MGU’s •Demonstrated capacity to develop and execute a strategy across multiple lines and disciplines, assessing options for growth and operational efficiency •Demonstrated success in excellent leadership and team building skills to foster a high performance culture •Has a sound understanding of US insurance market and can work across multiple regions and segments to scale solutions •Strong analytical and leadership skills with proven experience leading diverse, high-performing teams •Demonstrated ability to organize, lead and get work done collaborating with others •Oversee the development and management of all aspects of underwriting strategy, aligning with the overall Everest Insurance strategic plan, and translating the strategy into clear underwriting guidelines and limits of authority Compensation: •$310,000 - $400,000 / year 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!