For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.
We are expanding our Marine Claims leadership team and are searching for an Assistant Vice President with exceptional technical depth and a strong track record of leading managers. This role plays a critical part in shaping our claims strategy, strengthening technical excellence, and driving consistent, high‑quality outcomes. The position may be remote or located in our Worcester, Ma office.
Position Overview:
The Assistant Vice President, Marine Claims provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Marine lines of business. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, customer experience, financial performance, talent development, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring effective and compliant claims operations.
Leads through others, develops high-performing teams, and executes business strategies that support organizational goals. Champions modernization efforts, leverages data and technology to improve performance, and fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect, and empowerment (CARE).
Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Strategic & Operational Leadership
- Lead the performance, execution, and strategic direction of assigned claims functions within the Service Segment.
- Foster strategic relationships with business leadership, agents and other key stakeholders through proactive engagement, relationship management and regular communications.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to quality, customer experience, productivity, financial results, and employee engagement.
- Monitor performance and ensure customer focused outcomes through file reviews, quality audits, customer service metrics, and financial analysis.
- Oversee claim handling practices and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry standards.
- Lead modernization, transformation, and process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability.
Financial & Business Management
- Accountable for expense management and operational results within assigned areas of responsibility.
- Manage operations within established expense, reserve, and settlement authority levels.
- Analyze operational and financial trends to identify risks, opportunities, and improvement initiatives, providing business insights to support informed decision-making.
- Identify and implement cost-effective solutions that enhance service quality and operational effectiveness.
Talent & Leadership Development
- Lead all aspects of talent management, including workforce planning, hiring, development, performance management, and succession planning.
- Develop and empower leaders to build a highly engaged and high-performing workforce.
- Align staffing strategies with business needs and growth objectives.
- Foster an inclusive culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Insurance, Risk Management, or a related field.
- 10+ years of marine claims experience, including progressive leadership.
- Strong knowledge of claims operations, regulatory requirements, and industry practices.
- Demonstrated success leading operational improvement and organizational change initiatives.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Ability to use a personal computer and standard office equipment.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
- Ability to travel as business needs require.
- Ability to work on-site as needed.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and occasionally beyond standard business hours.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT:
It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.
BENEFITS:
We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401K with a company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO
- Company paid holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
- On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
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EEO statement:
The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.
Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”
As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at:[email protected] and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.
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Compensation:
The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, insurance, risk management, or a related field
- 10 or more years of marine claims experience, including progressive leadership
- Strong knowledge of claims operations, regulatory requirements, and industry practices
- Demonstrated success leading operational improvement and organizational change initiatives
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills
The Hanover Insurance Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Hanover Insurance Group and has not been reviewed or approved by The Hanover Insurance Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as robust, spanning medical, dental, vision, life and disability options, alongside wellness supports like coaching and assistance programs. Access to added services such as health advocacy, flu shots, and location-specific on-site clinics appears to strengthen the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) match up to 6% and additional financial programs like profit sharing/pension options in some descriptions. An employee stock purchase discount and free financial planning are also presented as meaningful financial-security add-ons.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits appear generous, with four weeks of PTO at hire, multiple holidays, and the ability to purchase additional PTO. Hybrid/flexible work arrangements are frequently presented as enhancing the overall value of total rewards.
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What We Do
The Hanover is a leading provider of property and casualty insurance in the United States. We’ve been named to Forbes’ list of “Best Mid-Size Employers” since 2015, and have more than 4,200 employees in 35 branch offices, covering more than two million individual and business policyholders. As an employer of choice, The Hanover provides a unique experience, combining a long, proud history of delivering its promises, and a forward-thinking, innovative culture mentality. At The Hanover, you will gain new experiences, expand your skill set, and build your career working for an industry leader and one of the fastest growing companies in the insurance industry. Our compensation and benefits programs are based on the strong belief that our people are our company's most valuable asset. We offer comprehensive benefits to help our team members stay healthy, build financial security, balance work and personal responsibilities, and achieve their professional goals.
