VP, Government Solutions

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Vice President of Government Solutions is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing and shaping the organization's engagement with the Insurance Commissioners and supporting organizations. This role will ensure the company's strategic interests in the insurance industry are effectively represented and advocated for at the state level. The VP will lead efforts to influence outcomes that impact the business while building strong relationships with key insurance regulators and industry associations.
Core Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership:
Develop and execute a comprehensive insurance commissioner relations strategy to advance the company's goals, manage regulatory risk, and support business objectives. Collaborate with senior leadership to align Sircon for States strategies with overall company priorities.
- Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with Insurance Commissioners, regulators, and industry groups. Represent the organization in meetings, conferences, and public forums, effectively communicating the company's positions.
- Internal Collaboration:
Work closely with internal departments, including sales, product, development, regulatory compliance, communications, and operations, to ensure alignment and effective implementation of government strategies and roadmap.
- Sircon for States Advocacy:
Develop and manage proactive campaigns to promote Sircon for States throughout the industry. Serve as a spokesperson for the company in relevant public forums, industry conferences, and media interviews.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Strong leadership skills with experience collaborating across departments and influencing decision-making at the highest levels of an organization.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare commissioner briefs explaining the power of Sircon for States and the value Vertafore provides.• Problem-Solving & Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify opportunities and challenges, think strategically and develop innovative solutions to advance the company's objectives.
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in a related field• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in Insurance, technology, and/or government.• In-depth understanding of the insurance industry, including regulatory frameworks, key policy issues, and emerging trends. Knowledge of federal and state insurance laws and regulations.• Strong network within the insurance industry and government circles.• Extensive experience working with trade associations and regulatory bodies.
Additional Requirements and Details:• Travel required up to 25% of the time.• Ability to work remote with a stable internet connection on an as needed basis• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds.• Frequent repetitive hand and arm movements required to operate a computer.• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (working on a computer, etc.).• Frequent sitting and/or standing.
Vertafore is a Flexible First working environment which allows team members to work from home as often as you'd like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and teambuilding. There are times you may be asked to come into an office and/or travel for specific meetings for a specific business purpose and this varies by job responsibilities.
Why Vertafore is the place for you: *Canada Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• Medical, vision & dental plans
• Life, AD&D
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Pension Plan & Employer Match
• Maternity, Paternity and Parental Leave
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Education Assistance
• Additional programs - Employee Referral and Internal Recognition

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *US Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• Vertafore is a Flexible First working environment which allows team members to work from home as often as you'd like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and teambuilding. There are times you may be asked to come into an office and/or travel for specific meetings for a specific business purpose and this varies by job responsibilities.
• Medical, vision & dental plans
  • PPO & high-deductible options
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options:
  • Health Care FSA
  • Dental & Vision FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Commuter FSA
• Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer Match
• Supplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education & Legal Assistance
• Additional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
• Commuter Benefits (Denver)

The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
The Professional Services (PS) and Customer Success (CX) bonus plans are a quarterly monetary bonus plan based upon individual and practice performance against specific business metrics. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.
The Vertafore Incentive Plan (VIP) is an annual monetary bonus for eligible employees based on both individual and company performance. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.
Commission plans are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs. Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.
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