About Parsyl:

Parsyl is an insurance technology company that delivers data-driven cargo insurance solutions for essential supply chains, including vaccines and medicines, perishable foods, and other sensitive goods. Our mission is to end the days of “ship and pray” and build a world where everyone, everywhere, can trust the quality of the goods they rely on, from the foods they eat to the medicines they need. 

We achieve this by combining smart sensors, data insights, and data-driven insurance to improve risk resiliency and safeguard goods in transit and storage. This unique combination of IoT and insurance means our customers can use data to make supply chains more transparent, safe, and sustainable - better for people and the planet. 

In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Parsyl led the formation of the Global Health Risk Facility, the world’s dedicated insurance solution for distributing Covid-19 vaccines and other essential health products around the globe. 


Where you fit in:

As a key leader on the Insurance team, you will play an integral role in reinventing essential supply chain underwriting and risk mitigation. You will shape our insurance portfolio by promoting Parsyl’s differentiated, data-driven insurance programs and underwriting. Working with the Head of Insurance and Director of Insurance Solutions, you will be responsible for creating and executing new and innovative insurance product solutions designed for Parsyl’s customers’ unique needs. 

As Executive Underwriter, your primary role will be to lead the national underwriting team in technical and strategic execution. You will also form an integral part of the insurance leadership unit, responsible for executing the growth strategy, ensuring customer success, and driving technical excellence throughout the team. We are looking for someone excited about joining an early-stage, high-growth company and is comfortable in a fast-paced setting. You have the opportunity to shape your focus areas and make an impact on a growing insurance business.


What you’ll get to work on:

  • Contribute to the insurance leadership team and execute the strategy and vision developed with the Managing Director of Insurance

  • Provide technical oversight and lead the national underwriting team

  • Generate, underwrite, and analyze submissions following Parsyl’s underwriting guidelines, ensuring unequaled customer service at all stages of the process

  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Parsyl’s products and appetite while communicating Parsyl’s differentiated insurance approach

  • Manage a diversified portfolio to achieve GWP growth, profitability, and retention

  • Execute on a distribution strategy to develop and expand producer relationships, and in turn, increase pipeline sustainability

  • Collaborate with the Data Science team to utilize insights for more intelligent, differentiated underwriting

  • Work with Parsyl colleagues to innovate products based on the needs of essential supply chains

  • Support development, education, and training of all insurance colleagues

  • Inspire, collaborate and be a voice of change within the Insurance industry


Qualifications

  • 10+ years Cargo, Marine or Inland Marine underwriting experience

  • Desire to lead a team and support the development of technical skills

  • Excellent communication/organization skills and proven ability to forge and maintain broker, client, and producer relationships

  • Experience delivering presentations to senior stakeholders 

  • Proven strategic thinking and execution to support growth

  • Presentation skills to support new business pitches and industry speaking events

  • Appreciation for data and insights that offer underwriting disruption instead of the traditional way

  • A desire to change the lives of those affected by the instability of the supply chain


Qualities We Look For:

  • Mission -- You are highly motivated and inspired by our mission to improve health and save money for people across the globe.

  • Grit -- You bring determination and a strong will to the challenges and opportunities that come with being at an early-stagep.

  • High Standards -- You take pride in your work and are highly accountable. 

  • Curiosity -- You are energized by finding creative solutions to new situations. 

  • Self-Starter -- You are ambitious and take initiative, and thrive in environments with minimal supervision. 

  • Humility -- You approach your work with humility and a willingness to collaborate and learn from those around you to produce the best outcome.


Compensation and Benefits:

  • Market competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range of $150,000-$200,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.  

  • Early-stage stock options

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) including company match

  • Unlimited vacation policy

  • Company Breaks - quarterly mental health days, week-long summer break, two-week-long winter break.

  • Paid sabbatical program

  • Flexible hybrid work environment

  • Monthly wellness and commuter benefit

  • Home office set-up benefit

  • Significant career growth opportunities

  • Continuing education stipend

  • Relocation assistance available (Denver, CO candidates or candidates willing to relocate strongly preferred, but remote candidates will be considered)


    *Parsyl requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, unless they qualify for a religious or medical accommodation.


This position has been filled.