US Head of Programs: MGA Partnerships & Growth

Canopius Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 232,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Discretionary bonus

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision cover

Job summary

Canopius seeks a US Head of Programs to lead growth, profitability and stewardship of our MGA partnerships in the US. The role requires deep Property & Casualty expertise across multiple lines, cross‑functional collaboration, and a proven coaching and leadership track record.

The candidate will drive underwriting strategy, manage cross‑functional operations, use Power BI for performance insights, and guide pricing reviews with actuarial input.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of production underwriting experience with a proven track record in delegated authority program segments.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to train, mentor and oversee an underwriting team.
• Understanding of the US legal environment and insurance regulatory requirements.
• Sound knowledge of the US insurance market, trends and emerging issues.
• Ability to independently prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with financial statements and management reporting systems.
• Strong analytical skills, enabling insight through data and regular reporting of operations, book performance and leading indicators.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Devise and execute a cohesive long‑term strategy for the US Programs business within the Canopius USA and Global Product frameworks.
• Annually create the US Programs Business plan for CUO and Product Leadership approval.
• Implement and proactively manage the underwriting activities and operational metrics/KPIs to ensure financial targets are met and performance against the business plan is achieved.
• Develop underwriting parameters and guidelines for MGA partners and ensure adherence via meetings and audits.
• Develop underwriting excellence by growing product knowledge and team acumen.
• Meet MGA and distribution partners to gather market intelligence and feed back to leadership.
• Maintain compliance by delegating underwriting authority and documenting files.
• Manage life-cycle of launching a Program with cross‑functional teams.
• Use Power BI to monitor performance and drive improvements.
• Apply actuarial understanding to pricing reviews and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Underwriting

Communication

Analytical skills

Prioritization

Travel willingness

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Canopius seeks a US Head of Programs to lead growth, profitability and stewardship of our MGA partnerships in the US. The role requires deep Property & Casualty expertise across multiple lines, cross‑functional collaboration, and a proven coaching and leadership track record.

The candidate will drive underwriting strategy, manage cross‑functional operations, use Power BI for performance insights, and guide pricing reviews with actuarial input.