Selective Insurance · 2 days ago
Chief of Staff
Short Hills, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$188K/yr - $258K/yr
7+ years expSelective Insurance is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company recognized for its strong financial performance and commitment to diversity. The Chief of Staff acts as a strategic partner to the CEO, managing priorities and driving key initiatives to ensure the organization operates effectively and meets its goals.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Partner with the CEO to define, prioritize, and execute strategic business initiatives that align with the Company's long-term goals. Works with the CEO and senior leaders to develop success metrics, establish tracking mechanisms, and report progress. Responsible for driving key business initiatives and maximizing organizational impact
Filter and prioritize information and requests to ensure the CEO’s time is focused on high-impact activities. Acts as a gatekeeper, deciding which requests or issues warrant escalation or immediate action. Keeps a pulse on the business and captures and tracks key takeaways for the CEO
Act as a trusted sounding board and representative for the CEO with senior leaders, advancing the CEO’s agenda and leading significant projects. Ensures ELT commitments are met by coordinating follow-ups for post-ELT meeting actions, including capturing and tracking next steps, ensuring timely completion, and advancing decisions
Attend meetings alongside the CEO or represent them when needed, ensuring that agendas focus on strategy and high-impact discussions that advance Selective’s priorities. Oversee and structure quarterly processes, collaborating with stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. Prepare comprehensive meeting materials and ensure sessions are productive and outcome driven. Act as a proactive resource for ELT members and their teams, enabling them to be fully prepared and maximize the value of every meeting
Serve as a communication bridge between the CEO and the organization, drafting internal communications, reports, and presentations to facilitate effective communication. Ensures alignment across systems and frameworks that support strategic planning and operational efficiency. Ensures strategic discussions on organizational priorities include aligned action plans that are cascaded throughout the organization
Build trust with senior leaders and act as a thought leader on strategic issues that affect the enterprise. Proactively identify and surface issues for ELT discussion and CEO attention
Oversee and manage large, cross-functional projects, driving decision-making and accountability among diverse stakeholders. Removes obstacles and drives a consistent approach across organizational priorities
Conduct research and synthesize data to provide insights for executive-level decision-making
Manage the CEO’s office and assist with staffing and people-related strategies. Monitor items on the CEO's to-do list and ensure that important items are addressed
Qualification
Required
Strong business acumen with the ability to think strategically while managing details
Proven ability to lead complex initiatives and influence without direct authority
Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Highly organized, able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Creative thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to handle confidential information with utmost discretion
Experience in planning, financial management, and strategic planning
Skilled in project coordination, reporting, and interdepartmental communications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field
7-10+ years in business management, consulting, or an operational role, with a proven track record of supporting senior executives and managing large, complex projects
Experience in organizing and directing multiple teams, planning and leading strategic initiatives, and consulting with a focus on operations management
Preferred
MBA or other advanced degree
Benefits
Comprehensive health care plans
Retirement savings plan with company match
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
20 days of paid time off
Company
Selective Insurance
At Selective, we maintain a commitment to provide unique insurance solutions that help keep the families and businesses of our communities protected.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Selective Insurance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (45)
2024 (32)
2023 (43)
2022 (30)
2021 (29)
2020 (25)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
John Marchioni
President and CEO
Patrick S. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-09
2025-11-11
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