Description

T he Hanover Insurance Group is seeking a dynamic National Practice Leader to drive growth and profit in our Life Sciences segment. Hanover has been in the Life Sciences insurance market for over 7 years, and this is a unique opportunity to lead an established team and shape the future of an expanding specialized business.

This is a full time Hybrid or Remote, exempt role.

About the Role

The practice leader will be responsible for developing and executing the strategic vision for the Life Sciences segment within the organization. This role will lead a team of specialists focused on delivering innovative risk management and insurance solutions to clients in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and related sectors. The leader will drive growth, profitability, and thought leadership in this highly specialized market. As the Life Sciences Leader, you will:

• Develop and execute a national business strategy to accelerate growth in Life Sciences.
• Oversee a dedicated team of specialist driving underwriting, marketing, pricing, and strategic broker relationships to deliver profitable results.
• Collaborate across other Hanover business units enhance the existing all lines of business offering.
• Lead and develop a high-performance team through focus on talent development, portfolio management, operational execution, and agency partnership.

What You'll Do

• Assure the profit and loss of this specialized capability while growing the book of business.
• Expand agency relationships and distribution strategy while strengthen our underwriting presence in the marketplace.
• Work directly with our dedicated risk management and claims functions to assure we are delivering valuable services to Life Sciences risks.
• Identify opportunities to broaden risk appetite and enhance product capabilities.
• Drive product development in partnership with the CUO, including new policy forms and endorsements.
• Provide strategic guidance on complex risks and support underwriters in closing deals.
• Lead talent acquisition, development, and succession planning for the Life Sciences team.

What We're Looking For

• 5-10 years of Life Sciences P&C underwriting experience
• Expertise in Life Sciences underwriting and product lines including Product Liability (Claims-Made), Professional Liability, and related coverages.
• Proven leadership experience with strong business development skills and distribution relationships.
• Ability to collaborate across key functional areas to support the life science capability and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Why Join Us?

The Hanover is a leading national insurance carrier with over $6 billion in net premiums written. The Hanover has a strong track record of building and scaling specialty businesses and capabilities and is considered one of the top specialty insurance companies in the US. We have an established Life Sciences team and are looking for a leader to take this capability to the next level.

Ready to lead the future of Life Sciences? Apply now and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, growth, and excellence.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It's not just a job, it's a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you - at every level - to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you'll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
• Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law."

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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Compensation:

The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.
Requisition #: 40002

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