Executive Risk Leader, Private Equity and M&A

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

Consistently supports and exemplifies IMA’s core values

Leads executive risk strategy for the firm’s National Private Equity M A Specialty Practice (including but not limited to the following lines of coverage GPL, VCAP, D O, EPLI, Crime, Fiduciary, Cyber, Excess lines)

Serves as a senior advisor to private equity sponsors and portfolio company leadership teams

Assists in practice strategy, market differentiation, and growth initiatives

Develops and maintains underwriter relationships and an understanding of the executive liability marketplace (including carrier appetite, capabilities, and performance history) in order to effectively represent clients

Markets new and renewal business for Private Equity firms, Venture Capital firms, Family Offices and Private Equity–backed portfolio companies by:

Analyzing client financial statements and existing insurance contracts

Identifying gaps and opportunities within insurance programs and developing strategies to improve coverage, structure, and cost

Communicating with insurance carriers and leveraging negotiation skills to secure favorable terms, conditions, and pricing

Builds and structures portfolio company insurance programs that align with sponsor objectives, including benchmarking, harmonizing limits and retentions, and identifying opportunities for program efficiencies across the portfolio

Assists in negotiating standard endorsement suites and preferred terms with key carrier partners to create consistency and efficiency across programs

Reviews and compares leading insurance company policy forms; clearly communicates key differences and coverage nuances to internal IMA team members, underwriters, and clients

Maintains effective working relationships with client stakeholders, typically including CFOs, General Counsel, and Private Equity sponsors, serving as a point of contact

Contributes to the development of client proposals and presentations, and can confidently and clearly present proposal materials to clients

Supports producers with sales efforts related to Executive Risk Solutions (ERS) products, including preparation of marketing materials, coverage comparisons, and strategic recommendations

Supports producers nationally in positioning executive risk solutions within PE-backed and acquisitive organizations

Participates in client and prospect meetings, stewardship discussions, and thought leadership initiatives

Manages, mentors and helps develop colleagues across the executive risk and PE and M A ecosystem

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to (continued):

Collaborates across insurance, employee benefits, retirement, and diligence teams to deliver integrated client solutions

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS include but are not limited to:

College degree with consideration given to those with an advanced degree (i.e., Juris Doctor, Master’s in finance and/or business administration)

7+ years of relevant experience working in executive liability insurance coverage

Significant experience supporting financial institutions with executive risk solutions

Existing relationships with senior-level underwriters and insurance company executives

Displays excellent organizational and communication skills (oral and written)

Demonstrated ability to lead complex client engagements and influence senior stakeholders

Experience working in a highly collaborative, matrixed environment

Proven business development and relationship management capabilities

Ability to interpret insurance contracts

Property and casualty license required for state of business and fulfills continuing education requirements to retain license

Completes additional duties and takes on additional responsibility as the need arises

Travel on occasion when business needs arise

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS include but are not limited to:

Familiarity with M A transaction dynamics and transactional insurance solutions preferred

Existing relationships with private equity sponsors, law firms, lenders, or deal ecosystem partners

Industry designations such as CPCU, RPLU, ARM, or CIC

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Compensation Benefits

Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following:

Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid…