Head of Professional Liability

Starr; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr is seeking a Senior Vice President of Professional Liability to lead strategic direction, oversee underwriting and growth across Cyber, E&O, LPL, APL and A&E segments. You will manage key broker relationships, drive profitability, and collaborate with senior management to align with Starr’s growth goals.

You will lead a team of professionals, shape product development, and ensure regulatory compliance while representing Starr at industry events and driving market leadership in financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, Risk Management, or related field; CPCU/RPLU preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in financial lines insurance with underwriting and business development.
• Demonstrated leadership, including managing teams and developing talent.
• Deep knowledge of Financial Lines products, market dynamics, and regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead strategy for Professional Liability offerings, aligned with market trends and company objectives.
• Oversee production and underwriting of Professional Liability business, setting targets for growth and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and external partners to expand distribution.
• Provide leadership and direction to Professional Liability staff, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Collaborate with senior management on business planning, financial forecasts, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor market developments and regulatory changes, adapting strategies accordingly.
• Represent the company at industry events, communicating Starr’s vision and strengths.
• Drive operational efficiencies and best practices within the department to maximize client satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Broker relations

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Financial Lines

Underwriting

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPCU or RPLU preferred

Tools

Underwriting systems

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 Professional Liability is responsible for the strategic leadership, production, and overall performance of the Professional Liability division (including Cyber, E&O, LPL, APL and A&E.). 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 Professional Liability offerings, ensuring competitive, innovative product solutions aligned with market trends and company objectives.
• Oversee the production and underwriting of Professional Liability 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 Professional Liability 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.