VP – DIC Earthquake Business Unit Leader

R T Specialty, LLC; California (MO); Remote; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international specialty insurance firm is seeking a Vice President to lead their DIC Earthquake Underwriting division. This role requires strategic vision and technical expertise to drive profitable growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in catastrophe risk assessment and a proven track record in leading high-performing teams. Responsibilities include overseeing underwriting, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Mental health services

Paid time off for company holidays

Vacation

Sick and personal days

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial insurance underwriting experience focused on Earthquake and DIC.
• 5+ years in a leadership or management role within underwriting operations.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute the strategic direction for the Earthquake underwriting department.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of underwriters.
• Underwrite and provide final authority on complex DIC/Earthquake risks.

Skills

Underwriting Strategy

Catastrophe Risk Modeling

Risk Assessment & Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Broker & Client Relations

Strategic Planning & Execution

Strong Leadership & Mentorship

Decisive and Analytical Problem Solving

Effective Communication and Negotiation

Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk Management, Finance

Advanced certifications (CPCU, ARM)

Job description

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VP – DIC Earthquake Business Unit Leader

Apply locations Remote - California Remote - Tennessee time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR25-2517

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President to lead our DIC Earthquake Underwriting division. This role combines leadership, technical underwriting expertise, and strategic vision to drive the profitable growth of our earthquake portfolio. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in catastrophe risk assessment, strong relationships across the industry, and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams.

What will your job entail?

Job Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategic Oversight:

• Set and execute the strategic direction for the Earthquake underwriting department in alignment with business goals.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of underwriters to ensure performance excellence, professional development, and goal achievement.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and operational excellence within the underwriting team.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on broader business strategies, portfolio management, and market positioning.

Underwriting & Risk Management:

• Underwrite and provide final authority on complex DIC/Earthquake risks.
• Evaluate submissions based on geographic exposures, financials, loss history, and catastrophe modeling tools.
• Ensure underwriting decisions align with company risk appetite, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Partner with risk management teams to identify, assess, and mitigate portfolio-level risks.

Product Development & Market Intelligence:

• Develop, refine, and implement underwriting policies and coverage strategies that reflect market needs and opportunities.
• Stay informed on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and competitor activities to keep our offerings competitive.
• Support new business development initiatives and contribute to the expansion of our earthquake and DIC product suite.

Client & Broker Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and key partners to drive growth and retention.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex underwriting queries.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and public forums to enhance visibility and promote underwriting capabilities.

Compliance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement:

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal underwriting standards.
• Monitor and report on underwriting performance metrics, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Lead initiatives to optimize underwriting processes and systems for efficiency and effectiveness.

Work Experience and Education:Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field. Advanced certifications (CPCU, ARM) preferred.
Experience:
• 8+ years of commercial insurance underwriting experience, with significant focus on Earthquake and DIC.
• 5+ years in a leadership or management role within underwriting operations.
• Proven track record in underwriting strategy, risk assessment, and team leadership.
Skills & Competencies:
Technical/Functional:
• Underwriting Strategy
• Catastrophe Risk Modeling
• Risk Assessment & Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Broker & Client Relations
• Strategic Planning & Execution
Behavioral:
• Strong Leadership & Mentorship
• Decisive and Analytical Problem Solving
• Effective Communication and Negotiation
• Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
• Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization.Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression,sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners,and communities.This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

How We Support Our Teammates

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

The target salary range for this position is $180,000.00 - $225,000.00 annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.

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The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

About Us

Ryan Specialty is a leading international specialty insurance firm which offers wholesale brokerage services, delegated underwriting expertise in the form of binding authorities, programs and highly specialized managing general underwriting companies, and other services designed specifically for brokers, agents and insurers. Ryan Specialty’s mission is to be the most trusted trading partner of insurance brokers, agents and insurance carriers.

Ryan Specialty, LLC and its affiliates (“Ryan Specialty”) do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted by any staffing agencies, placement services, or professional recruiters (“Agencies”), including any submissions made through our website or to email accounts of Ryan Specialty employees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Ryan Specialty’s HR department to submit resumes and candidate profiles, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to the particular search for which Ryan Specialty has engaged such Agency. Agency fee agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by a member of Ryan Specialty’s HR team. No other Ryan Specialty employee is authorized to bind Ryan Specialty to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by any Agency. Any unsolicited resume or candidate profile received from an Agency without prior approval from Ryan Specialty’s HR department and in compliance with Ryan Specialty’s candidate submission process shall be considered unsolicited, gratuitous and property of Ryan Specialty for recruiting purposes and, as such, is not subject to payment of any Agency fees.