<div> We are seeking a dynamic Executive Leader to drive the maintenance, modernization, and strategic evolution of our products, tools, and underwriting practices. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our offerings—balancing ease of doing business with strong underwriting discipline—while fostering growth and innovation. You will lead the creation and execution of a comprehensive product roadmap, champion cross-functional collaboration, and cultivate strategic partnerships with vendors and distribution channels. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for transforming market trends into actionable strategies, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact. <h3> </h3> <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Market Positioning & Growth: Partner with State teams to analyze market performance, ensuring alignment with growth and profitability objectives.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Performance Excellence: Develop best-in-class oversight frameworks, including underwriting benchmarks and measurable performance indicators, driving accountability and results.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Regulatory Compliance: Collaborate with underwriting operations, legal, and security/compliance teams to ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Product Roadmap Leadership: Design and manage a strategic roadmap, coordinating with pricing, data science, underwriting, compliance, marketing, claims, customer service, and digital product teams to ensure seamless delivery.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Stakeholder Engagement: Set clear expectations, communicate prioritization decisions, and articulate product strategy across all levels of the organization.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Brand Alignment: Work closely with Marketing to align product and underwriting strategies with brand identity and value propositions.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Vendor Strategy: Evaluate and optimize vendor partnerships to enhance product efficiency, pricing accuracy, and underwriting effectiveness.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Trend Analysis & Innovation: Monitor external market trends, assess risks and opportunities, and lead initiatives that position the organization as an industry innovator.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strategic Leadership: Direct and develop mid- to long-term strategies for product, pricing, and underwriting policies and standards.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Team Development: Mentor and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Execution Enablement: Ensure all teams have the necessary information and resources to implement product changes effectively.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Technical Excellence: Collaborate with technical leaders to promote a culture of critical thinking and technical rigor within product and underwriting functions.</li> </ul> <h3> </h3> <h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required; Master’s degree preferred.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience: <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">9–11 years of relevant experience (or Master’s degree plus 7–9 years).</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">7+ years of management experience with proven leadership in Product, Underwriting, and Innovation.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Skills & Competencies: <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Expertise in product strategy, underwriting, and agile methodologies.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Exceptional communication skills to articulate priorities and roadmap decisions.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strategic thinker with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Resilient and tenacious leader who thrives under pressure and navigates complex environments with confidence.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Proven ability to build and develop high-performing teams, set clear goals, and create growth opportunities.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of insurance products and underwriting strategy in a rapidly evolving market. You’ll have the autonomy to innovate, the support of a collaborative team, and the chance to make a measurable impact on growth and profitability. Why Mapfre? As a global insurance leader with a strong local presence, we offer more than a job — we provide a purpose-driven career where your growth, well-being, and impact truly matter. Purpose & Culture: Join a company built on trust, collaboration, and inclusion. Our values guide everything we do, creating a workplace where people feel respected and empowered. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, flexible work options, and lifestyle perks like employee discounts. Career Growth: Advance your skills through tuition reimbursement, leadership programs, and internal mobility opportunities. Your development is our priority. Social Responsibility: Contribute to meaningful initiatives through Fundación Mapfre, supporting communities and sustainability worldwide. </div>Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by several factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. Some roles at Mapfre are eligible for commission and/or bonus earnings, in addition to salary, calculated based upon factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role. Salary Range $200,000-$240,000 If you require an accommodation for a disability so that you may participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact the Mapfre Insurance Talent Acquisition team at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

AVP, Personal Lines Product Execution & Modernization (Webster, Hybrid) (Webster, MA, US) @ MAPFRE

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