Head of Financial Lines

Starr Insurance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr Insurance is seeking a strategic Senior Vice President (SVP) of Financial Lines to lead the division, including D&O, FI, EPL, and related products. You will drive strategy, oversee underwriting, and collaborate with executives to meet growth and profitability goals.

You will manage key broker relationships, guide talent development, and represent Starr at industry events, shaping the firm’s market position while delivering durable client value and innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years in financial lines insurance with underwriting and business development focus.
• Proven leadership and talent development experience.
• Strong broker/market relationships and profitability track record.
• Deep knowledge of Financial Lines, markets, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead strategy for Financial Lines offerings aligned with market trends.
• Oversee underwriting, targets, and performance monitoring.
• Build and maintain broker, client, and partner relationships.
• Provide leadership to Financial Lines staff and foster high performance.
• Collaborate on business planning, forecasts, risk, and regulatory issues.
• Monitor market developments and regulatory changes, adapt strategies.
• Represent Starr at industry events and communicate strengths.
• Drive efficiencies and best practices to maximize client value.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial Lines expertise

Broker relationships

Team leadership

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field

Advanced degree or professional designation (CPCU, RPLU, etc.)

Job description

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you’ll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

Position Summary:

The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Financial Lines is responsible for the strategic leadership, production, and overall performance of the Financial Lines division (including D&O, FI, EPL, etc.). The SVP will drive the development and execution of business strategies, manage key broker relationships, and collaborate closely with senior management to ensure alignment with the company’s growth and profitability goals. The SVP reports directly to the Senior Advisor and is a key member of the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the strategy for Financial Lines offerings, ensuring competitive, innovative product solutions aligned with market trends and company objectives.
• Oversee the production and underwriting of Financial Lines business, setting targets and monitoring performance to achieve sustainable growth and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and other external partners to expand distribution and strengthen the company’s market position.
• Provide leadership and direction to Financial Lines staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, high performance, and professional development.
• Collaborate with Senior Management on business planning, product development, financial forecasts, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor market developments, emerging risks, and regulatory changes, adapting strategies as needed.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, meetings, and events, communicating the firm’s vision and strengths.
• Drive operational efficiencies and best practices within the department to maximize client satisfaction and profitability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, Risk Management, or related field; advanced degree or professional designation preferred (CPCU, RPLU, etc.).
• Minimum 12 years of experience within financial lines insurance, with a strong background in underwriting and business development.
• Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and developing talent.
• Demonstrable track record of building broker/market relationships and delivering profitable results.
• Deep knowledge of Financial Lines products, market dynamics, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and negotiation skills.
• High integrity, collaborative spirit, and entrepreneurial mindset.

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.