Head of Underwriting Operations

Posted:
9/30/2025, 2:52:35 AM

Location(s):
New Jersey, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

MSIG USA continues to grow! 

Company Overview:

MSIG USA is the US-based subsidiary of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Inc., one of the world’s top P&C carriers and a global Class 15 insurer, with A+ ratings and a reach that spans 40+ countries and regions. Leveraging our 350-year heritage, MSIG USA brings the financial strength, expertise, and global footprint to offer commercial insurance solutions that address your business’s unique risks.

MSIG USA is seeking a dynamic and experienced Underwriting Operations Leader to join our team and drive operational excellence across our underwriting organization.

Job Summary:

This senior-level role will lead the transformation and ongoing optimization of underwriting operations. The successful candidate will combine deep P&C underwriting expertise with proven leadership in outsourcing, offshoring, and technology integration. You will play a pivotal role in shaping scalable operations, enhancing efficiency, and enabling our underwriters to deliver superior client solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the strategy, design, and execution of underwriting operations across multiple lines of business.
  • Develop and manage outsourcing and offshoring models to deliver efficiency, cost savings, and consistent service quality.
  • Partner with technology teams to implement workflow platforms, automation, and digital tools that improve underwriting accuracy and turnaround time.
  • Establish and track performance metrics, ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • Collaborate closely with underwriting leaders to align operations with risk appetite, business objectives, and compliance requirements.
  • Drive change management initiatives to modernize processes and enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Experience:

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in property & casualty insurance, with strong underwriting operations expertise.
  • Proven success leading outsourcing, offshoring, and vendor management initiatives.
  • Demonstrated experience in technology integration, process automation, and workflow optimization.
  • Strong understanding of underwriting processes, risk assessment, and insurance operations.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience in global or large-scale organizations with a track record of driving transformation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with global delivery models and digital underwriting tools.
  • Familiarity with AI, data analytics, and workflow automation in insurance.
  • Advanced degree or professional designation (e.g., CPCU, MBA) is highly desirable.

It's an exciting time for our company and a great opportunity to join a financially sound and growing global insurance group!  


It is the policy of MSIG USA to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, MSIG USA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.