Programs Business Development Manager - Specialty Insurance (remote US)

SUMMARY The Program Business Development Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and advancing new delegated underwriting authority program opportunities. This role requires deep understanding of portfolio-level underwriting performance, program structure, and risk management to ensure new opportunities align with the organization’s risk appetite and profitability targets. The position plays a critical role in assessing program administrators, evaluating underwriting discipline and historical performance, and developing comprehensive business cases (PARs) to support executive decision-making. The role works cross-functionally to move vetted opportunities through the pipeline and into successful implementation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Identify and evaluate new program opportunities through market relationships, brokers, and program administrators. Conduct initial screening of opportunities to assess strategic alignment, underwriting appetite, portfolio fit, target segments, and distribution approach. Lead due diligence of program administrators, including evaluation of underwriting practices, portfolio p…