Head of Capital Management

Overview

FM is a leading mutual insurance company dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder‑owners. FM works with many of the world’s largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies, to understand hazards that impact business continuity and to make cost‑effective risk management decisions.

The Head of Capital Management is a senior executive responsible for optimizing capital deployment, leading M&A strategy, and overseeing treasury operations to drive sustainable growth and policyholder value.

• Design and implement a robust capital allocation framework, including hurdle rates, ROI metrics, and accountability measures.
• Monitor and optimize capital structure to balance growth investments and liquidity needs.
• Collaborate across departments to evaluate risks and opportunities, and establish a decision‑making framework to guide the company in pursuing external growth.

• Build M&A capabilities, including pipeline development, due diligence, valuation, and integration planning in partnership with relevant teams.
• Partner with key internal stakeholders to confirm alignment of potential acquisitions with business objectives and financial performance targets.
• Develop relationships with external advisors, including banks and consultants.
• Stay ahead of industry trends by developing insights into related M&A activities.
• Coordinate interactions across key corporate functions (e.g., operations, claims, tax, legal, finance, IT and HR) during due diligence and transaction execution.

• Oversee global treasury functions, including cash management, funding strategies, and risk mitigation.
• Develop policies for liquidity, foreign exchange, and interest rate risk management.

• Serve as a key advisor to the executive team on capital deployment and financial strategy.
• Drive initiatives that enhance shareholder value through disciplined investment and portfolio optimization.

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal controls related to capital and treasury activities.
• Report regularly to the Board on capital allocation outcomes and strategic investment performance.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• CPA, CTP or CFA a plus.
• 10 years of experience leading M&A transactions within the insurance, banking or finance sectors.
• Strong business acumen of capital and currency markets, M&A, and finance.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Extensive knowledge of corporate finance principles, with proven experience in managing complex transactions.
• Demonstrated project management and planning capabilities, including identifying critical issues early and coordinating with senior leadership.
• Exceptional executive presence, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leadership.

The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. FM’s comprehensive Total Rewards program includes an incentive plan, generous health and well‑being program (including medical, dental and vision coverage), a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time‑off allowance, and much more.

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce.