Remote SVP, Strategic Business Growth

Sedgwick; Charleston (SC); Remote; USD 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick seeks a Senior Vice President of Business Development to lead growth, build high‑value partnerships, and set revenue strategy across casualty risk programs. This role reports to executive leadership and manages a cross‑functional team to expand market presence.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in claims or risk management, executive leadership experience, and a track record of large‑scale growth, strategic negotiation, and complex program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, risk management, or related field preferred.
• Ten plus (10+) years of related experience in claims management or risk management.
• Executive senior leadership experience within a complex, high growth, or multi‑unit organization.

Responsibilities

• Develops and leads the company’s business development strategy to support long‑term growth and competitive positioning.
• Evaluates market trends, emerging opportunities, and industry shifts to inform strategic decision‑making.
• Partners with the executive team to set revenue goals, growth targets, and organizational priorities.
• Identifies, pursues, and secures new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and acquisitions.
• Oversees pipeline development and ensures consistent advancement of high‑value opportunities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Relationship management

Executive leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, risk management, or related field

CPCU/ARM designation (required)

Job description

Sedgwick seeks a Senior Vice President of Business Development to lead growth, build high‑value partnerships, and set revenue strategy across casualty risk programs. This role reports to executive leadership and manages a cross‑functional team to expand market presence.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in claims or risk management, executive leadership experience, and a track record of large‑scale growth, strategic negotiation, and complex program development.