AVP, Underwriting Systems

At Coaction, we’re a unique mix of leaders, achievers, thinkers, and team players with a high-performance mindset and a diverse skillset. We bring our industry expertise together to continually push the boundaries of what insurance can be for our clients.

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Underwriting Systems is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of underwriting systems within the organization. This leadership role requires a deep understanding of underwriting processes, system integration, and a proven track record with Duck Creek Policy implementations. The AVP will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that underwriting systems are efficient, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Underwriting Systems Oversight:  Lead the strategy, development, and management of underwriting systems to support business goals.

• Duck Creek Policy Implementation:  Oversee and manage the implementation and optimization of Duck Creek Policy solutions to enhance underwriting capabilities.

• Team Leadership:  Supervise and mentor a team of IT professionals, including developers, analysts, and project managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

• Stakeholder Collaboration:  Work closely with underwriting, product management, and other business units to understand their needs and ensure system solutions meet or exceed expectations.

• Project Management:  Lead projects related to underwriting systems, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.

• Agile Delivery: Promote and implement Agile delivery models to enhance flexibility, efficiency, and speed of solution deployment.

• System Integration:  Ensure seamless integration of underwriting systems with other enterprise applications and platforms.

• Quality Assurance:  Implement and maintain rigorous testing and quality assurance processes to ensure system reliability and performance.

• Continuous Improvement:  Identify opportunities for system enhancements and process improvements to drive efficiency and effectiveness in underwriting operations.

• Compliance and Security:  Ensure that underwriting systems comply with industry regulations and organizational security policies.

Qualifications:

• Education:  Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.

• Experience:  Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT or underwriting systems, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.

• Technical Expertise:

  •  Proven experience with Duck Creek Policy implementation is required.

  •  Strong understanding of underwriting processes and insurance industry standards.

  •  Experience with system integration, software development life cycle (SDLC), and project management methodologies.

• Leadership Skills:  Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

• Communication:  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Analytical Skills:  Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

• Project Management:  Proven track record of managing complex projects, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Adaptability:  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Experience with other insurance software solutions and platforms.

•  Knowledge of regulatory requirements in the insurance industry.

•  Certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or relevant technical areas

**This is not a remote position. Applicants must sit in our Morristown, NJ office on our hybrid work schedule.**

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coaction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Coaction’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coaction also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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