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Director, Insurance

Employer
Ceres, Inc.
Location
Remote or Boston, MA or San Francisco, CA
Salary
$113,000 - $115,000 per year + benefits
Closing date
Jul 11, 2023

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Category
Underwriting, Executive / Management
Job Type
Full Time
Career Level
Executive

Job Details

About Ceres 
Ceres is a nonprofit advocacy organization forging the path to a just and inclusive future by guiding investors and companies towards a sustainable economy. We aren’t just trying to solve the climate crisis –– we’re changing the system from the inside out by making the business case for sustainability and creating the conditions that allow investors and companies to act. 

For more information about Ceres, please visit: www.ceres.org.

About the Ceres Accelerator
The Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets is a center within Ceres that focuses on reducing the financial risks of climate change. The Ceres Accelerator team works with other teams across Ceres to engage with investors, banks, regulatory agencies and legislators to advance economic solutions needed to mitigate the worst impacts of the climate crisis.  

About the Role
The Director role plays a key role in advancing our strategy to change the underwriting policies and investments of insurance companies. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter with experience advocating for strong and effective climate risk management policies, especially with insurance companies and/or insurance regulators. The position will report to the Managing Director, Ceres Accelerator.

This role is a full-time position that may work remotely or in the Boston, MA office or San Francisco, CA office. Candidates must be flexible to work with employees in all US time zones.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Lead the development of events, activities, reports and outreach for the insurance engagement effort to include focus on insurance companies and insurance regulators
  • Recruit investors and business leaders, in coordination with the Investor Network and Policy Network teams, to engage in advocacy targeting insurance companies
  • Work with the Ceres team to drive external outreach to get insurance leadership to address climate change as a financial risk
  • Direct the research and participate in the writing of blogs, reports and other documents for distribution to insurers, regulators, other stakeholders and the public
  • Drive the strategic outreach with insurers, investors, certain regulators and other influencers of the banking industry, including banking trade associations
  • Partner with the Company Network, Investor Network and Policy teams to lead outreach to support insurer engagement strategy
  • Drive strategies to impact insurers, regulators, and other influencers using advocacy days, national & regional meetings, direct engagement with policymakers, and other strategies to impact insurance industry, regulators and other influencers
  • Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with external partners and key allies, such as non-profits, insurance associations, think tanks, communications firms, lobbyists working in and associated with insurance institutions
  • Prepare materials and support Ceres staff and Investor, Policy, and Company Network members to engage with the press, regulators, legislative staffers, and lawmakers on insurance issues
  • Coordinate closely with insurance regulator outreach efforts at state, federal (and to a lesser extent the international) level
  • Supervise staff members and interns including hiring and training new staff, conducting regular one-on-one meetings and semi-annual reviews, providing guidance and support with professional development
  • As needed, participate in meetings with current and potential funders and help craft fundraising proposals to support the project and program work
  • Support organizing and logistical activities related to various convenings
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
We understand that there are many paths to acquiring expertise and experience. Therefore, we welcome candidates from diverse and nontraditional backgrounds for this role who have demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to carry out the major duties outlined in this job description, including the following required skills:  

  • Minimum of 10 years of professional experience working with insurers, investors, or relevant related stakeholders, with advocacy experience, preferred
  • Knowledge of or experience with underwriting policies and investments of insurance companies and/or environmental and social sustainability issues particularly understanding of the role of business, the investment community, and/or NGOs
  • Direct experience researching and editing reports and other communication, preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to bring a nuanced advocacy perspective to both analysis and corporate engagement and to make clear recommendations for actions and next steps
  • Demonstrated project management skills overseeing multiple projects and external relationships at the same time and delivering projects on deadline and on budget
  • Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills
  • Experience in relationship management and developing partnerships
  • Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative, and motivation
  • Demonstrated initiative and motivation, and ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
  • Sound judgment and high level of integrity and professionalism, with an ability to manage confidential information and maintain discretion, diplomacy, and courtesy in all contacts 
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), other database applications, teleconference and webinar systems and standard e-mail computer applications
  • Interest and willingness to be trained on specific Ceres’ applications necessary for success: Salesforce, Bloomberg, and others
  • Desire to work in a not-for-profit, advocacy-focused organization 
  • Interest in being part of a diverse workforce and willingness to support Ceres’ Commitment to Inclusion and Equity
  • Willingness to travel as needed

Compensation and Benefits 
The hiring salary is $113,000 to $115,000 paired with competitive benefits. Ceres offers fantastic benefits including opportunities for hybrid and remote work; 82% or 85% (depending on your coverage election) employer paid health insurance and 100% employer paid dental insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with a generous match that starts on day one; generous allowances for professional development, commuter, and work from home expenses; flexible spending accounts to set aside money on a pre-tax basis for eligible expenses; 10 holidays, generous vacation, and additional paid time off including a week-long winter break, summer Fridays, and sick, personal, and parental leave.   

Ceres Culture  
Everyone has a role to play in the movement towards a more just and sustainable world.  

At Ceres, we are committed to intentionally and carefully curating, engaging, and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We endeavor to create a supportive environment that sparks innovation, fosters respect, and allows Ceres employees, in all roles at all levels, to come together equally to be fulfilled, successful, and to thrive.  

Ceres is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.  

If you have questions related to the above statement or need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact our ADA Coordinator at ADArequest@ceres.org. Please note, this email address is for ADA inquiries only.   

To Apply  
We encourage all applicants to check out our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references through our online application.  

Company

Ceres is a nonprofit advocacy organization forging the path to a just and inclusive future by guiding investors and companies towards a sustainable economy. We aren’t just trying to solve the climate crisis –– we’re changing the system from the inside out by making the business case for sustainability and creating the conditions that allow investors and companies to act. 

For more information about Ceres, please visit: www.ceres.org.

Company info
Website
Telephone
617-247-0700
Location
99 Chauncy St.
Ste. 6
Boston
MA
02111
US

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