Northeast Regional Director, Government Relations- P&C

Company Description

We help the world see new possibilities and inspire change for better tomorrows. Our analytic solutions bridge content, data, and analytics to help business, people, and society become stronger, more resilient, and sustainable.

Job Description

ISO, a unit of Verisk Analytics (VRSK), is an insurance solutions company specializing in applying advanced analytic techniques and data management skills to the challenge of accurately assessing risk in the property and casualty insurance industry. Our clients include many of the nation's leading property and casualty insurers. We combine vast data resources with leading edge predictive modeling techniques to create the most accurate risk models in the industry. Our clients use these models to give them a competitive advantage in executing their marketing, underwriting and pricing strategies. Our market position allows us to dedicate unparalleled time and talent to solving the industry's analytic challenges. ISO is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Vice President of Government Relations, you will have substantial contact with state regulatory officials on the timely approval and implementation of ISO filings, and related issues. You will monitor all property/casualty insurance legislation and regulations impacting ISO products and operations. You will be expected to maintain awareness of current events and topics at the local and regional level and maintain relations and liaise with local industry trade associations and other relevant organizations/stake-holders.

Responsibilities

• Timely approval and implementation of ISO's regulatory filings of insurance program coverage forms, manuals, pricing and related products.
• Engage with other field offices and Verisk divisions to develop coordinated solutions to regional and local issues affecting ISO and Verisk products and services.
• Represent Verisk interests at industry forums as required.
• Lead the development of ISO's positions on specific P&C insurance sector industry topics at the regional and local level.
• Enhance regulatory relationships surrounding ISO filings of loss costs, rules, forms, analytics, etc. and ensuring prompt approval of same. Ability to escalate key issues with senior insurance department staff.
• Provide technical support to local industry trade associations and other interested stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all insurance product related regulatory and legislative requirements.
• Develop and deepen relationships with insurance department staff, include senior leadership.
• Develop and deepen relationships with customer government relations staff to address common issues.
• Provide strategic leadership on key regulatory issues facing the Northeastern region.

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Qualifications

• College degree.
• 10+ years experience within the P&C industry. Experience in product development, pricing, or state filings and regulatory compliance are preferred.
• Superior interpersonal, oral/written communication and negotiation skills, and a proven record of project management.
• Experience working with insurance departments on regulatory and legislative issues and demonstrated ability to develop relationships with regulators, industry, trade organizations, and other stake-holders and advocate on company’s behalf.
• Ability to think strategic and act tactical to advance ISO's and Verisk's interests. Results oriented.
• Knowledge and understanding of the current P/C marketplace.
• Understanding and use of ISO products is desirable.
• CPCU and other industry designations preferred.
• Based in the Northeastern region

Additional Information

For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.

At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed. 

For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland.  We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority.  In addition to our Great Place to Work® Certification, we’ve been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

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