Head of MGA / Underwriting Lead - Italy

See True Partners; Milano; In loco; EUR 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading insurance company is seeking a Head of MGA / Underwriting Lead in Milan, Italy. The role involves launching a new managing general agent, developing business strategies, and driving growth in the Italian insurance market. Candidates should have extensive experience in the insurance industry, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the market dynamics. This position offers a competitive executive compensation package, strategic autonomy, and support from an established international group.

Servizi

Competitive executive compensation package

Equity participation

Support from an experienced international group

Competenze

• Proven leadership experience in the insurance industry.
• Deep understanding of the Italian (re)insurance market.
• Track record in launching or scaling businesses.

Mansioni

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of the MGA’s launch.
• Develop Business Plan for the specialty lines segment.
• Design underwriting processes and standards.

Conoscenze

Leadership in insurance

Strategic thinking

Underwriting practices

Relationship management

Fluent in Italian and English

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

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We are looking for senior Insurance candidates with 15+ years experience, an underwriting background, entrepreneurial spark and distribution relationships that have a desire to build a new Managing General Agent (MGA) in Italy. Backed by a well-established international group and built on innovation, underwriting excellence, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. The company will focus on delivering tailored insurance solutions through a highly specialized underwriting approach, leveraging technology and market expertise. We are looking for a dynamic and visionary Head of MGA to lead their Italian business but with full finance, compliance, operations, technology, legal, HR and marketing support from a well-established MGA specialist investor. This is a unique opportunity to build and shape a high-performing business, drive strategic growth, and position the MGA as a leading player in the Italian insurance market.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of the MGA’s launch and expansion in Italy and broader regions as required (EEA, UK etc.)
• Develop Business Plan for the specialty lines segment (like professional indemnity, property, accident & health, warranty, or litigation risk management – no consumer or personal lines of business) including financial requirements, mid-term P&L, recruitment plans, and distribution strategy
• Design underwriting processes and standards, including the definition of guidelines, policy wordings, and all foundational elements required for the operational go-live
• Build and manage a high-caliber underwriting team
• Drive profitability and sustainable growth through distribution strategy and relationships
• Represent the company in the Italian market, fostering strong relationships with insurers, reinsurers, brokers, and other stakeholders
• Work closely with the Group executive team to ensure alignment with international strategies and objectives

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience in the insurance industry, ideally within an MGA, insurer, or broker with a strong entrepreneurial component
• Deep understanding of the Italian (re)insurance market, including regulatory landscape and distribution dynamics
• Track record in launching or scaling businesses and delivering commercial success
• Strong relationships with insurers, reinsurers, brokers, and regulatory bodies
• Excellent knowledge of underwriting practices and portfolio management
• Strategic thinker with hands-on operational execution capabilities
• Fluent in Italian and English; other languages are a plus
• Integrity, agility, and a collaborative leadership style

What we offer

• The opportunity to lead a high-potential business from inception
• Strategic autonomy and direct impact on market positioning and success
• Competitive executive compensation package including equity participation
• Support from an experienced and resourceful international group

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Insurance