AVP, Lead Ceded Reinsurance Operations Consultant

Primary Details
Time Type: Full time


Worker Type: Employee



The Opportunity


This role will support the execution of effective ceded reinsurance placements through the management of reporting requirements within area of responsibility and by coordinating between key resources, reinsurance brokers, reinsurers, and senior management.



Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison for reinsurance underwriting management, coordinating between key resources, reinsurance brokers, reinsurers and senior management
• Provide reinsurance expertise to various teams responsible for transactions involving a reinsurance component
• Support all contractual and analytical aspects of reinsurance projects by developing solutions for optimizing reinsurance placements through creation of new materials, continuously recommending process improvements and partnering with key stakeholders
• Leverage technology in new and innovative ways and effectively communicate issues and recognize and propose new solutions to current/existing analyses while continuously progressing analyses beyond what was done historically
• Lead and direct responses within area of responsibility for state department of insurance data calls, product rate filings, and other ancillary regulatory and audit requests within mandated deadlines
• Support peer reviews to ensure data accuracy within ceded reinsurance team
• Support reinsurance claims recovery process, providing on-going reporting to Group, responding to inquiries, and collaborating with other teams to ensure accurate reporting and recoveries are received in a timely manner from reinsurers and state catastrophe funds
• Manage reporting to Group as required to meet reinsurance placement requirements, and respond effectively and timely to inquiries regarding reinsurance placement materials
• Manage budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures, accurately forecasting resource needs/costs and properly accounting for expenses to meet requirements

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience



Required Experience: 7 years relevant experience



Licenses/Certifications:



Preferred Competencies/Skills

• Strategically partner with people at different levels within the organization to accomplish a common goal; build, maintain and leverage beneficial relationships with internal and external key stakeholders
• Close attention to detail to ensure accuracy
• Use multiple resources to gather and analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems
• Collaborate with internal and external customers; understand the needs and goals of a customer and actively look for ways to meet those goals
• Monitor short and long-term impact of contributions and ensure long-term goals are met
• Support implementation of multiple complex projects
• Communicate information in a clear, well-organized, and professional manner
• Encourage open communication, cooperation, and knowledge sharing; understand team dynamics and utilize the individual strengths of each member to achieve results
• Respond effectively and timely to the unpredictable or unexpected
• Solid foundation of financial acumen and awareness of financial responsibility
• Ability to establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others

Preferred Experience

• Preference for experience in the ceded reinsurance servicing industry or comparable financial services experience
• Increasing levels of responsibility

Licenses/Certifications

• Associate in Reinsurance (ARe) preferred

Preferred Knowledge

• Advanced working knowledge of terminology, concepts and principles related to reinsurance
• Excellent understanding of insurance and reinsurance claims and premium reporting including systems and processes supporting reporting
• Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique and coordination of people and resources
• Deep understanding of terminology, function, and capabilities of Microsoft Excel. Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI

About QBE


We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future by helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.


We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realizing our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.


And our people will be at the center of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other to enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities.


With more than 12,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind.


We believe this is our moment: What if it was yours too?


Your career at QBE - let's make it happen!







US Only - Travel Frequency
• Frequent (approximately 10+ trips annually)



US Only - Physical Demands
• General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.



US Only - Disclaimer
• To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities



Job Type
• Individual Contributor



Global Disclaimer
• The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee's normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.







Compensation


Base pay offered will vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location and business needs


Annual Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000


AL, AR, AZ, CO (Remote), DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL (Remote), IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX (Remote, Plano), UT, VA, VT, WI, WV and WY
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Annual Salary Range: $110,000 - $165,000


CA (Remote, Fresno, Irvine and Woodland), Greenwood Village CO, CT, Chicago IL, MA, MD, NY (Remote), RI, Houston TX and WA
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Annual Salary Range: $125,000 - $187,000


San Francisco CA, NJ and New York City NY



Benefit Highlights


You are more than your work - and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why QBE provides you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. Employees scheduled over 30 hours a week will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health.


We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution and a paid-time off program. In addition, our paid-family and care-giver leaves are available to support our employees and their families. Regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE's annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance.


At QBE, we understand that exceptional employee benefits go beyond mere coverage and compensation. We recognize the importance of flexibility in the work environment to promote a healthy balance, and we are committed to facilitating personal and professional integration for our employees. That's why we offer the opportunity for hybrid work arrangements.


If this role necessitates a hybrid working model, candidates must be open to attending the office 8-12 days per month. This approach ensures a collaborative and supportive work environment where team members can come together to innovate and drive success.


How to Apply:


To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.


Equal Employment Opportunity:


QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.