Crum & Forster · 1 month ago
Travel Insurance Underwriting VP - Hybrid/Eatontown, NJ or Glastonbury, CT
US-NJ-EATONTOWN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$128K/yr - $246K/yr
8+ years expCrum & Forster is a leading provider of specialty insurance and reinsurance products, focusing on innovative solutions in the Accident & Health division. The role of Travel Insurance Underwriting VP is designed for an experienced professional to drive strategy and profitability in travel insurance, manage partner relationships, and lead product development efforts.
Commercial InsuranceHealth CareInsuranceRisk Management
Responsibilities
Expand and advance C&F’s market presence as a leading travel insurance organization
Build, manage, and maintain a profitable book of travel insurance business
Develop and execute strategic plans in partnership with senior leadership
Provide technical expertise and market intelligence to internal teams
Foster and grow relationships with partners, agents, and producers
Generate new business and retain renewals, leveraging deep market awareness
Administer and monitor underwriting rules, guidelines, and compliance
Represent C&F at industry events, public meetings, and client functions
Lead product development and refinement, including pricing and rating methodologies
Mentor and develop underwriters and team members, driving performance excellence
Guide team members in their career progression and personal growth
Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Participate in P&L management and process efficiency initiatives
Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and resource optimization
Conduct underwriting due diligence, onboarding, and audits
Drive training, initiatives, and special projects
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Extensive experience in the travel insurance industry, with strong underwriting acumen
Strategic planning, forecasting, and analytical skills
Proven ability to lead a travel program
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
In-depth product and market knowledge, including exposure analysis, forms, coverage, and rating principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Bachelor's degree and significant relevant experience (8+ years)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Willingness to travel as needed (15-20%)
Preferred
Industry designations and reinsurance experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Generous 401K employer match
Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole family’s wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
Tuition reimbursement
Industry-related certifications
Professional training
Matching donation program
Volunteer opportunities
Employee-driven corporate giving program
Company
Crum & Forster
Crum & Forster specializes in commercial insurance, claims, risk assessments as well as accident and health insurance.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Thomas
Senior Vice President - Head of Surety Claims
David Webb
Senior Vice President, C&F Stop Loss
Recent News
2025-11-11
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