BETA Council

Education

• Undergraduate business degree, with an MBA or law degree preferred
• Insurance and risk management industry credentials

Industry

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a senior professional in the insurance industry
• Proven track record in underwriting, distribution or sales, and risk management
• Experience in the liability insurance (preferably medical professional liability) and/or workers’ compensation sectors
• Knowledge of and/or experience with alternative risk financing programs, including self-insurance, captives and risk retention groups
• Experience with the structure and purchase of treaty and facultative reinsurance either directly or through reinsurance intermediaries
• Understanding of human resource issues and programs based on prior experience or educational training

Skills

• Excellent analytical skills, including interpretation and use of actuarial reports on insurance rates and claims reserves
• Ability to supervise and motivate staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience in working with boards of directors
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficient with computers/software
• A high discernable level of emotional intelligence as demonstrated in both business and social settings

Physical

• Travel to other office locations, inclusive of overnight travel
• Must have reliable and safe transportation to other BETA offices and business partners. Employee must maintain: (a) valid California driver’s license, (b) proper vehicle registration and (c) maintain California’s minimum automobile insurance coverage limits