VP, Product & Underwriting

VP, Product & UnderwritingCommitted.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.  That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference. We are currently looking for a VP, Product & Underwriting.  Please read on for more details regarding this position. JOB DESCRIPTION: JOB SUMMARYBuild and lead a team of experts to proactively design and deliver products based upon market and business trends. In collaboration with Product Management and Product Innovations unit, anticipates and implements product changes. Develop comprehensive product strategies and disciplined project implementation plans. Alert Product Management of countrywide demographic, consumer and product trends and the implications/opportunities for Travelers Personal Lines.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design and Develop Product- Conduct ongoing competitive product analysis- Develop exposure management strategies- Monitor countrywide demographic trends- Research emerging perils - Conduct product market research   Implement Changes, and Monitor Compliance and Economic Results- Establish countrywide policy consistency- Monitor economic results, recommending changes as necessary - Support major project initiatives with subject matter expertise  Drive Organizational Metabolism- Build a complementary team to support a more strategic organization. Grow and develop future leaders and functional experts. Drive an enhanced org metabolism through disciplined performance management practices. JOB COMPETENCIES / QUALIFICATIONS- Strategic orientation - has vision- Proactive - Solution and action oriented - Can build and lead a large organization; influence, inspire & motivate- Can balance short and long term goals- Communicates strategically and tactically to all audiences, practices active listening; encourages others to express contrary views and asks questions to clarify ambiguous messages and values diversity of thought.- Demonstrates a sense of urgency; appropriately elevates issues with actionable recommendations.- Has the ability to develop a comprehensive understanding of problems, reviews facts and weighs options, evaluates workable alternatives and provides recommendations; Develops and commits to decisive actions with stated goals; Follows through; Exhibits judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; Uses reason, even when dealing with emotional topics. In addition to an exciting environment, we offer: * Competitive base salary with additional opportunities for variable pay through recognition programs and incentive awards * 401(k) with company match* Comprehensive health plans that include coverage for same sex/domestic partners* Strong work/family and employee assistance programs* Tuition reimbursement * Vacation Purchase Plan* Training/Development opportunities We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. Explore what we have to offer.  For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button at the bottom of this posting.  Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We actively promote a drug-free workplace.   Company: Travelers Companies, Inc.