VP of Operations - Insurance

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The Vice President of Operations is responsible for leading and overseeing the day-to-day operations of Lendistry Insurance Fulfillment Team(“LIFT”), ensuring operational excellence, scalability, regulatory compliance, and exceptional service delivery across the organization. This role is accountable for developing and executing operational strategies that support the company’s business objectives while building the infrastructure, processes, and teams necessary for sustainable growth.

As the operational leader for LIFT, the Vice President of Operations partners closely with executive leadership to establish operational priorities, optimize business processes, implement technology-driven solutions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position ensures that all operational functions—including policy administration, claims operations, customer service, compliance, vendor management, and other core business operations—operate efficiently and in alignment with the company’s strategic vision.

The Vice President of Operations also fosters a high-performing, collaborative culture by developing operational leaders, managing organizational risk, and ensuring the company consistently delivers outstanding service to its customers, partners, and stakeholders while maintaining compliance with all applicable insurance regulations.

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• Lead organizational implementation of the carrier’s main operating system (Equisoft) including keeping on schedule and within budget.
• Implementation of the accounting system Net Suite into Equisoft
• Oversee the onboarding and daily operations of the carrier’s outsourcing firm (Sutherlands)

• Develop and execute enterprise operational strategies aligned with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-term business strategies, organizational priorities, and operational roadmaps.
• Develop leadership talent through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and performance management.
• Leverage technology, automation, and data analytics to enhance operational…