AVP of Digital Insurance Integrations

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents/brokers.  Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world!  Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country.  Our vision is to be the leading small business insurance provider nationwide.

Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values:  accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity.  We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!

BENEFITS

We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all.   You’ll be surprised by all we have to offer! 

• Competitive compensation
• Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
• 401K retirement plan with company match and profit sharing
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• Hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days from home)
• Work/life balance schedule – no nights or weekends/closed for all major holidays
• Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
• Tuition reimbursement after six months of employment
• Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement
• And much more!

We are seeking an AVP of Digital Insurance Integrations who will be instrumental in driving digital transformation across our distribution channels. This individual will lead the charge in identifying opportunities, developing and implementing technology solutions such as APIs, and optimizing integrations to support our business growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working with our distribution leaders, identify market opportunities to digitally integrate with new and existing distribution partners, and evaluate and prioritize them based on strategic value
• Serve as the business sponsor for the development and implementation of integration technologies, such as APIs, ensuring alignment with company objectives
• Work closely with internal technical teams to ensure successful execution of technology builds
• Monitor integration performance post-implementation, making data-driven adjustments to optimize results.
• Maintain and nurture relationships with existing partners, identifying opportunities for API integrations to improve business processes.
• Act as a key point of contact between partners and internal teams to ensure APIs meet business objectives and performance expectations.

• 7-10 years of experience in digital integration within insurance distribution, with a proven track record of managing technology-driven initiatives in the industry.
• Demonstrated experience with API integrations and performance monitoring, along with a strong understanding of integration optimization.
• Familiarity with insurance distribution trading partners and opportunities within the marketplace.
• Proven ability to manage and nurture relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners for successful project outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders and drive collaboration.