Head of Risk & Compliance

HCV Underwriting Managers

Head of Risk & Compliance at Mission Underwriting developing and overseeing risk management and compliance programs. Collaborating with executive leadership and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Posted 7/23/2026full-time🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in developing and overseeing enterprise-wide risk management and compliance programs, with a strong focus on insurance regulatory requirements and governance frameworks. Proven ability to lead risk management initiatives and collaborate with executive teams and external partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor (JD)10+ Years of Experience in Risk ManagementInsurance Regulatory ComplianceEnterprise Risk Management Program DevelopmentStrong Analytical and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementCompliance ManagementContract ReviewGovernance FrameworksRisk AssessmentRegulatory RequirementsCybersecurity Risk MitigationFinancial Risk ManagementOperational Risk ManagementReputational Risk Management

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder Influence

Industry Keywords

Insurance IndustryMGAProgram AdministratorCarrierReinsuranceInsurtechDelegated Authority ProgramsCompliance FrameworksCorporate GovernanceSurplus Lines Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and oversee Mission Underwriters' enterprise-wide risk management and compliance programs.
Establish and maintain a robust governance framework that supports Mission’s strategic growth objectives while ensuring compliance with insurance regulatory requirements, carrier agreements, reinsurance obligations, and corporate governance standards.
Design, implement, and continuously enhance Mission’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework.
Establish risk appetite statements, governance structures, and risk reporting processes.
Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate strategic, operational, financial, regulatory, cybersecurity, and reputational risks.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive compliance management program covering state insurance regulations, surplus lines requirements, licensing, filings, privacy, and corporate governance obligations.
Ensure compliance with carrier, reinsurance, contractual, and regulatory requirements across all Mission programs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) required; Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, Legal Studies, or related field preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in risk management, compliance, legal, contract review, audit, or governance roles within the insurance industry.
Experience within MGA, Program Administrator, Carrier, Reinsurance, or Insurtech environments.
Strong knowledge of insurance regulatory requirements, delegated authority programs, and compliance frameworks.
Experience building and leading enterprise risk management programs.
Proven success working with executive teams, boards, regulators, carriers, and external partners.
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Demonstrated experience reviewing contracts and legal terms in alignment with carrier, program, regulatory, and Accelerant requirements.
Ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote First Work Environment (US Based)
Medical, Dental, Vision
401K, 401K Match
Life and Disability Benefits
Unaccrued Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Paid Parental Leave