Our client, Tata & Howard, a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm specializing in drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater is currently looking to hire an experienced Project Manager. This is a growth hire and is a hands-on technical role project manager role that will be heavily involved in supporting current clients and support the growth and development of its junior engineers and staff.

Projects will focus mainly on drinking water projects working directly with clients and a team of design engineers to deliver a variety of solutions for everything from pipelines, pump stations, and water treatment. There is flexibility for someone with experience in wastewater treatment and infrastructure to be successful in this role and support projects in both drinking and sanitary water.

There is a collaborative team environment supporting great repeat municipal and water utility clients and has a ton of opportunities for continued growth.

Examples of responsibilities:

• Work directly with clients and a team of design engineers on a variety of civil engineering projects including infrastructure, asset management, and water treatment
• Develop engineering reports, models, and calculations related to the design of water/wastewater and stormwater collection/distribution systems
• Preparation of plans and specifications, technical report writing, and documenting project activities, findings, and recommendations
• Implement programs to ensure quality service is provided to customers, including compliance with all federal and state regulations, and compliance with state business and economic regulations for public utilities
• Support and mentor a team of engineers, designers, and field staff

Qualifications:

• B.S. (M.S. desirable) ideally in Civil / Environmental Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Approx 10+ years of experience in the water or wastewater industry

Smith & Wilkinson's fronting carrier client onboarding both personal and commercial P&C MGAs, is looking for a number of program managers to assist, improve, and scale in the onboarding process of these MGAs.  

If you have a strong background in partnerships auditing, underwriting operations, TPA management, and client implementations on the carrier or MGA side, please contact Stacy St. Onge to learn more.

Company offers a fully remote environment with limited travel, strong growth potential, and competitive salary.

Our client Ransom Consulting, LLC. is currently seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in one of their Northern New England offices. This is an excellent leadership opportunity to work with a high-performing team collaborating closely with other experienced engineers and scientists.

The position at the minimum is responsible for leading the delivery of geotechnical aspects of projects to support the other disciplines within the company. There is the opportunity to take this leadership role even further to build and develop the small Geotechnical Engineering team into a stand-alone practice area and grow the team.

The projects will be balanced between environmental and site civil engineering projects located in the Northeast. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong geotechnical engineer that would like more leadership opportunities or the opportunity for driving their professional growth.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Construction and earthwork designs
• Earth support systems
• Existing design and peer review
• Field instrumentation and analysis
• Forensic assessments
• Foundation evaluation
• Ground improvement analysis
• Pavement design and evaluation
• Resource evaluation
• Rock anchor design
• Slope stability & landslide analysis
• Stand-alone or bundled geotechnical/environmental investigations
• Interacting with clients, and contractors and representing the firm in a professional manner at project sites.

Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• Ideal years of experience is 7+ years of professional experience
• Professional Engineer license

Smith & Wilkinson has been retained by Achieva Credit Union on a search to find the Credit Union's next Vice President of Lending Operations. Reporting directly to the Credit Union's COO, Achieva's next VP of Lending Operations will be responsible and accountable for direct consumer loan underwriting and portfolio management, loan processing, loan production, training and third-party relationships including coordinating and managing the daily activities of the direct consumer lending department ensuring full compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal procedures and policies. Based in the Greater Clearwater area, Achieva Credit Union serves over 150,000 members with 23 branches (and counting!) throughout west-central Florida. The Credit Union maintains a strong balance sheet and has seen growth of over nearly $1.2B in assets the last size years to a total of $2.5B where they stand today.

For additional information about this leadership opportunity, or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Nathan Townsend (ntownsend@smithandwilkinson.com) or any member of our team.

Smith and Wilkinson is currently retained by OceanFirst Bank (OCFC) on a search for their next Chief Information Officer. As CIO of OceanFirst, you’ll be responsible for establishing the vision and driving the execution of all aspects of Information Technology, Digital Strategy, Vendor Management, and Project Management across the company. Reporting to the CEO and leading a team of 50 +/- through subordinate managers, the CIO is a critical member of the Executive Leadership Team, driving strategy, collaboration, and execution, and ensuring a best-in class user experience for both internal and external customers. Please contact Stephen Peary for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

Business Development, Reinsurance Partnerships

Our surplus lines carrier client located in Palms Beach County, Florida, is looking to add an experienced reinsurance business development professional to their team! This person will help expand reinsurance partnerships, build relationships with brokers and MGAs, and vet potential MGA partners as the business continues to scale.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the program administrator market with a mix of reinsurance and underwriting experience/knowledge as well as the ability to build strong relationships and represent this growing company. Travel will be required.

Role can be performed on a fully remote basis if able to visit HQ monthly and comes with a strong compensation package and room for growth!

If this sounds interesting, then contact Katie Hadiaris to learn more.

Director of Pension Risk Transfer Support Services

Our Retirement Services client with offices in Stamford, CT and Frederick, MD, is looking for a Director of Pension Risk Transfer Support Services to join their team! This person will be responsible for leading the team that handles all post sale and in-force business operations, implementing and driving continuous improvement initiatives and projects, and collaborating with other department heads in this high visibility role.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background and expertise in defined benefits pension plans, pension risk transfer administration knowledge, the ability to understand and interpret pension contracts, as well as people management and operations experience with the ability to influence and create a positive team environment.

This role will require at least 2 days per week in either the CT or MD office, comes with a competitive salary and room for growth!

If this sounds interesting, then contact Katie Hadiaris to learn more.

AVP of Compensation (Hybrid)

Our life and retirement services client, with offices in Montpelier, VT and Dallas, TX, is looking for an AVP-level Head of Compensation to join their team! Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this energetic and influential leader will lead the compensation team and partner with other members of the executive team to ensure that all compensation programs are aligned with business goals and objectives.

The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of diverse Total Compensation experience including designing company-wide compensation plans and developing and implementing sales and investment compensation strategies within insurance, as well as the proven ability to manage communication strategies and collaborate with stakeholders and senior leaders.

This role can be performed on a hybrid basis from either the TX or VT office and comes with a competitive salary/bonus/LTI and room for growth! Relocation is also possible for the ideal candidate.

If this sounds interesting, then contact Katie Hadiaris to learn more!

Our Portland, Maine based insurance agency that provides business, personal and employee benefits solutions to clients in Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts, is looking to add an experienced customer facing Employee Benefits Account Manager to their team!

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of Employee Benefits Account Management experience, have a strong understanding of group, life, and ancillary benefit products, be motivated and goal oriented and work with a customer-focused sense of urgency.

The role is based out of Portland, ME and will require 3 days in the office, comes with a competitive compensation package and room for growth. If this sounds interesting, contact Katie Hadiaris to learn more!

Our Portland, Maine based insurance agency that provides business, personal and employee benefits solutions to clients in Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts, is looking to add an experienced customer facing Commercial Account Manager to their team!

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of Commercial Account Management experience, have a strong understanding of business insurance coverages, be motivated and goal oriented and work with a customer-focused sense of urgency.

Duties include:

• Servicing all aspect of assigned accounts, using discretion and independent judgement

• Advising clients/prospects on the insurance services available for protecting their business

• Provide quotes, coverage summaries, proposals

• Client communications, conflict resolution and compliance

• Trigger renewal process and manage renewal timelines

• Create proposals and negotiate terms

   

  The role is based out of Portland, ME and will require 3 days in the office, comes with a competitive compensation package and room for growth. If this sounds interesting, contact Katie Hadiaris to learn more!

Northway Bank is seeking an experienced commercial banker to assist in the management of a $75MM mixed commercial portfolio in the Seacoast Region of New Hampshire. Northway Bank is the largest independent commercial bank headquartered in New Hampshire, with nearly $1.3B in assets. The bank operates 16 full service banking centers throughout the state.

This role, reporting to the Chief Lender, is a great opportunity for an experienced commercial banker to take over a significant existing portfolio of key customers in Southern and Seacoast NH.

We are happy to consider in-market candidates, but would also be willing to relocate an experienced commercial banker to be part of the bright future of this growing community bank.

For more information about this exciting role, please contact:

Carll Wilkinson

President & CEO

(207) 289-3128 | cwilkinson@smithandwilkinson.com

Strategic Operations Manager (Hybrid)

Our Retirement Services client with offices in Stamford, CT and Frederick, MD is looking for a Strategic Operations Manager to join their team! This person will lead strategic initiatives as they relate to reinsurance administration, spit/co-insurance deals and liabilities, and internal operations along with day-to-day oversight of a small but mighty team. Responsibilities also include reporting, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance bid-day and post-win project management, financial operations, and reinsurer onboarding.

The ideal candidate will have a handful of years in reinsurance/PRT deals and possess strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.

This role will require at least 2 days per week in either the CT or MD office, comes with a competitive salary and room for growth!

If this sounds interesting, then contact Katie Hadiaris to learn more.

Smith & Wilkinson has been retained by Newtown Savings Bank to manage the search for a Senior Credit Analyst.

Headquartered in Newtown, Connecticut, Newtown Savings Bank is an approximately $1.8B, 168-year-old, mutually chartered community bank. The bank’s Commercial and Small Business portfolio consists of C&I, CRE, and Construction lending. They also have a unique business line of Condo Association loans, as well as SBA and Quick Credit Loans. NSB is a Preferred Small Business Administration (SBA) lender.

Under the direction of the Chief Credit Officer, the Senior Credit Analyst is responsible for the independent management of robust reporting that effectively and efficiently monitors the risk profile of the Commercial Lending and Small Business Lending portfolios. This individual analyzes said reporting and recommends appropriate action to protect the Bank from credit risk. Responsible for maintaining the risk ratings of Branch assigned small business loans in accordance with loan policy. Assigns risk ratings to new loans and reviews existing risk ratings for accuracy. Underwrites the Bank’s most complex loan requests. Provides recommendations to Accounts Officers. Provides credit investigation for the Bank’s most complex loan requests and/or workouts for use by Account Officers and committees. Assures conformity to Bank policies and procedures. Provides additional analysis and assists with projects as needed/assigned.

For additional information, or to arrange a confidential conversation, please contact Moriah Maron, Consultant, Financial Services (mmaron@smithandwilkinson.com).

Due to an upcoming retirement, S&W has been retained by Martha’s Vineyard Bank (“MVB,” mvbank.com) to manage the search for the bank’s Head of Technology. For the right technologist, this career-defining role offers the opportunity to both develop and implement industry-leading programs at an exceptionally well-run, forward-thinking community financial institution.

Headquartered in Edgartown, Massachusetts, MVB is an approximately $1.3B, 114-year-old mutually chartered community bank. The bank operates nine branches on the island of Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod, providing customers with bank deposit, residential and commercial lending programs as well as trust and investment services. The bank also operates a Charitable Foundation and is committed to providing numerous community partners with direct charitable grants, sponsorships, and scholarships. MVB’s commitment to its customers and community – specifically with a convenient physical and digital presence, competitively priced product offerings, and commitment to customer service - has led the Bank to be recognized by the American Bankers Association as a "Best Bank to Work For" and by their community and customers as the "Best Bank on the Vineyard" for 20 years.

As MVB looks to the future, they are looking to be a more agile, more informed, and more adaptive organization to meet the changing needs of their current and future customers. The Head of Technology will play a key role in the bank’s evolution. We are seeking forward-looking, innovative technology leaders for this unique role. For additional information, please contact a member of our search team: Cameron Boyd, Managing Partner, Financial Services (cboyd@smithandwilkinson.com) or Moriah Maron, Consultant, Financial Services (mmaron@smithandwilkinson.com).

Our client is a $1.1B mutual community bank based in Northwestern Massachusetts and we have been retained on a search for their next Chief Financial Officer. Our client has an enviable Tier 1 Risk-Based Capital Ratio of 20.32% and a solid Return on Equity of 7.96%. The CFO will have strategic responsibility for the company’s financial plans and policies while overseeing the functions of accounting, budgeting, tax, treasury, and ALCO.

Our client, a specialized MGU offering a wide spectrum of Professional & Liability products for small-to-middle market accounts, is expanding and looking for Underwriters to join their team.

If you have at least 2 years of experience in E&O, D&O and/or Miscellaneous Professional Liability Underwriting, have a proven track record of working with wholesalers on renewals and/or new business, and are proficient in Excel, then contact Colin Morgan to learn more!

This is a hybrid position, and this candidate must report twice a week to one of their offices in Charlotte, Atlanta, on Long Island, New York City, or Chicago and be willing to travel a few times a quarter. This company offers competitive pay, benefits, and room for growth.

Smith & Wilkinson has been retained by a publicly traded community bank in the tri-state area to manage the search and selection process for a member of their Board of Directors. Successful candidates will have experience in commercial or community banking, specifically with expertise in strategy, lending, fintech/mobile integration or compliance. Candidates cannot be named officers of other depositories. For additional information, please contact Steve Peary. 

Smith and Wilkinson is currently retained on a search for a Director, Internal Audit for Municipal Credit Union. This is a highly visible role reporting directly to the General Counsel and will oversee both a small internal team as well as manage an important outside vendor relationship. The incumbent will be responsible for developing, executing upon and also continuingly improving a proven risk-based internal audit plan for the credit union. This person should be capable of both designing a process and the strategy component of that and being “hands on” and performing ad-hoc audit work as needed by the institution. For a confidential discussion on this role please contact Stephen Peary or Darcy Flaherty.

Due to a planned retirement, S&W has been retained by OneLocal (www.onelocalbank.com) to manage the search for the bank's Vice President, Director of Technology.

OneLocal was created in late 2022 when Norwood Bank and Foxboro Federal Savings, both Massachusetts-based mutual banks, merged to create a "larger, stronger community bank that is better able to invest in people, technology, products, and services." The brand of the organization was chosen to emphasize the bank's commitment to being a local, independent, mutual community bank with the mission of helping families, businesses, and communities to prosper. The bank offers a full suite of consumer and business deposit and loan solutions, all accessible via online and mobile platforms as well as in-person in the bank's 4 retail locations in eastern Massachusetts, allowing customers to bank when and where they choose. OneLocal is in excellent financial condition and is consistently at the top of its peer group for capital and earnings.

Reporting to the bank's Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, the VP, Director of Technology will lead the bank's technology and facilities teams. We are seeking exceptional banking technology professionals for this leadership role. Successful candidates will demonstrate the right combination of strategy vision, leadership, and hands-on IT skills. For additional information, please contact a member of the S&W search team: Cameron Boyd, Managing Partner, Financial Services (cboyd@smithandwilkinson.com) or Darcy Flaherty, Associate, Financial Services (dflaherty@smithandwilkinson.com).

Under the general guidance of the Risk Management, Security & Information Security Officer and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Bank’s Compliance Officer is responsible for managing all facets of regulatory compliance affecting bank operations, including marketing, deposits, lending and HMDA to ensure adherence to federal and state banking laws and regulations The Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance training efforts are conducted bank wide. The incumbent must be available as a subject matter expert and resource for compliance related questions, and will be responsible for inquiries from internal, state and federal audits.

Our growth-minded specialty reinsurer client is looking to add an experienced E&S Casualty Underwriter to their team. This role is responsible for the production, underwriting and retention of profitable E&S business through the cultivation and management of broker relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a background working in the wholesale space with the ability to build and foster strong relationships with brokers. In lieu of wholesale experience, a strong retail facing background is welcome.

Open to a range of underwriting experience, this role offers incredibly strong salary and benefits, and a preference for candidates located near Chicago, Atlanta, or NY. If you’re interested in learning more, please reach out to Harrison Hines.

Our surplus lines carrier client is seeking an experienced Senior Insurance Auditor to join their home office in Palm Beach, FL. This high level role will report directly to the Chief Compliance Officer and will conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits of their MGA's and TPA's and advisory projects across all areas of the business.

This highly visible role will provide consultative support to business partners to identify solutions and opportunities for control improvements for financial and operational performance.

This role requires a strong insurance and financial mindset, ability to build strong working relationships, effective communication skills, and the ability to multitask when required. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or similar focus), experience with insurance audit processes, procedures and methodologies along with insurance carrier or broker experience.

Company offers strong compensation package, work life balance and opportunities for advancement across the organization. This role is based in Palm Beach, FL with a hybrid office schedule.

First Heritage Federal Credit Union is a community-chartered credit union that was founded in 1954 with a strong commitment to improving the communities it serves through monetary donations to local charities and volunteering efforts with non-profit organizations. Since then, they have grown to be the 28th largest credit union headquartered in New York with $685mm in assets and more than 44,000 members across eleven counties in New York and Pennsylvania. First Heritage Federal Credit Union offers a comprehensive member-centric digital banking experience with the goal of enhancing the financial well-being of its members by meeting the evolving needs of the industry.

The VP of Compliance will report directly to the CFO and be responsible for ensuring Credit Union compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidance. They will serve as the designated Credit Union Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) officer and be responsible for maintaining and administering the Credit Union’s BSA Program. This person will be responsible for maintaining and reviewing all Credit Union policies to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. They will also develop and maintain relationships with third-party compliance resources, perform reviews of all Credit Union contracts, and provide recommendations to mitigate legal and regulatory risks. Additionally, they will compile and issue reports that detail their conclusions and provide recommendations for improving compliance policies and practices across all segments of the organization. Finally, they will keep management informed of emerging compliance and regulatory risks to the organization.

For additional information about this leadership opportunity, or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Nathan Townsend (ntownsend@smithandwilkinson.com) or any member of our team.

Ransom Consulting, LLC. is seeking a Civil Engineer to join their Portland, Maine waterfront office as a project engineer. This is an opportunity to work in a small team environment, collaborating closely with experienced senior engineers and having a hands-on role with impactful and rewarding local projects.

The project responsibilities can vary to meet the experience level of the new team member, including permitting and design, assisting with the scope, schedule, and budget for a variety of projects such as land development & Brownfield redevelopment sites, water and stormwater infrastructure, transportation including multi-modal streetscape and urban infill design, and some coastal engineering.

Beyond joining a team that enjoys their work and working together, the position would appeal to someone looking for a variety of project tasks and a culture that supports the importance of living a healthy life both personally and professionally. There’s the potential to assist with project management and stay hands-on in project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Site design, planning, grading and drainage, utility, and stormwater
• Working with local and state regulators for permitting needs
• Attend occasional town meetings for planning board review process
• Interacting with clients and contractors while representing the firm in a professional manner at project sites.

Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or similar
• Ideal years of experience is 2+ years of professional experience but can be flexible
• PE license preferred but not required
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and HydroCAD

Reporting to the Vice President of Deposit Operations, the Director is responsible for leading and developing the deposit operations team and overseeing a broad range of operational functions that create an excellent experience for our customers.

This position provides direction of deposit, call center, and electronic banking operations. Effectively managing risk mitigation and compliance, maximizing team efficiencies, and running cross-functional projects alongside the Vice President and other key business partners.

This is a full-time, regular, exempt, Chicago-based hybrid position. This position has responsibilities that will require being in the office on a weekly basis. This could mean 1-2 days most weeks and possibly more days when meetings and other events are happening.

Our P&C program carrier client who is currently onboarding commercial MGAs around the US, is looking to add a new program operations manager to their team who will run due diligence and reporting of these new partnerships. This role will help set proper operations and processes in place and act as the main relationship manager for these MGAs while working with underwriting, audit, IT, and accounting to ensure success.

This position is fully remote and requires at least 3 years of experience in the MGA/ carrier/ commercial programs space to be considered at the management level. As the company grows so will this position's responsibilities so if you're looking for advancement this is a great organization to be join.

Contact Colin Morgan to learn more!

Our managing general underwriting client with MGAs throughout the US across property & casualty is looking for a reinsurance analyst to join their team.  This newly created role will summarize quarterly reports, analyze MGA performances, bordereaux, loss syndications, and present this information to their carrier partners.

If you have at least 3 years of reinsurance experience, have strong Excel and presentation skills, and have great attention to detail, please contact Stacy St. Onge to learn more.

This role can be based out of Chicago or NYC and any programs experience is a major plus!

Smith and Wilkinson is currently retained by Municipal Credit Union (MCU) on a search for The Director of Finance. The Director of Finance will provide direct leadership for finance department activities including asset-liability management, investments, service delivery, financial settlement/reconcilement, financial analysis/reporting, and integrity of the financial statements. This is a highly visible role reporting directly to the CFO and overseeing a small team of financial analysts who support the balance sheet management and FP&A function for the credit union. Additionally, the incumbent will manage the organization’s investment portfolio, lead all annual planning and rolling 18-month forecasts for MCU. Please contact Stephen Peary for a confidential discussion about the role.

Our commercial lines MGA client, located in Orlando, FL is growing their team and looking for a Commercial P&C Underwriter!

If you have a couple of years experience in a new business or renewal underwriting role we should connect to discuss this opportunity. A background in commercial property, auto, workers comp, general liability and/or professional liability is required as is 3 days in the office. Company offers room for advancement, excellent technology/ automation, great benefits and more!

If you're interested in learning more please reach out to Harrison Hines.

Smith and Wilkinson has been retained by $1.1B Harvard University Employees Credit Union based in Cambridge, MA on a search to find the Credit Union's first Chief Lending Officer. Heavily supported by Harvard University in one of the strongest SEG relationships that exists in New England, HUECU is seeking a Lending Executive who can bring its Consumer, Student and Residential lending programs together, while creating the future framework for a Business Banking program. 

This is an excellent chance to join a dynamic executive team and represent one of the strongest employee, alumni group and University's in the country. HUECU maintains a strong balance sheet and a membership base that has immense growth potential. For a confidential conversation, please reach out to Cameron Boyd or Darcy Flaherty. 

Our surplus lines carrier client is seeking an experienced Compliance Analyst to join their home office in Palm Beach, FL. This role will serve as a strategic business partner and subject matter expert for compliance with state regulations and requirements for surplus lines carriers.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing all regulatory filings with state insurance departments and CIMA. Familiarity working across surplus lines is preferred in addition to state filling experience.

This company offers strong compensation, full benefits package, and tremendous room for growth throughout the organization. This role offers a hybrid office schedule at their Palm Beach headquarters.

Our client Connecticut Water, a local water utility, is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to oversee local projects focused on expanding water mains and water distribution systems, while also managing the rehabilitation and replacement of aging water infrastructure.

Leading projects from the initial kickoff through construction, this position offers the opportunity to manage and lead projects while working with internal team members, consulting partners, regulatory agencies, local municipalities, and the CT DOT.

Do you enjoy all aspects of project work including developing plans and specifications, design, bidding, scheduling, project management, and some construction oversight, and want to make a lasting impact and provide value to your local communities? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!

Some of the many great offerings that our client can provide include a comprehensive benefits package, a clear path for progression, and a level of autonomy built into the role. In this role, you won't have to worry about aspects like business development, utilization rate, or a lack of project work.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare specifications and estimates, and oversees the development of plans, layouts, details, piping arrangements, and other necessary drawings for projects
• Reviews plans, requirements, and specifications, and coordinates the work for any projects contemplated by outside consultants, contractors, or developers
• Evaluates the status of work in progress, monitor the quality and progress of contractor work, and provide supervision with a monthly report on all assigned projects

Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other related disciplines
• Approximately 5 +/- years of experience with a broad knowledge of civil engineering principles
• Has a passion for water and is a professional that values honesty, trust, respect, communication, teamwork, personal accountability, and a positive attitude

Due to the Bank’s strategic plan for continued growth, the incumbent will be responsible for growing and supporting the Chittenden County, VT market.  

Responsible for developing, structuring, underwriting, and managing commercial loan and deposit relationships that meet established requirements and provide maximum profitability to the Bank at minimum risk. This position will be a key member of the commercial lending team.

Smith & Wilkinson has been retained by Bethalto, IL based 1st MidAmerica Credit Union on a search to identify their next VP, Information Technology. Based in the Metro East area of St. Louis, 1st MidAmerica Credit Union now sits at $950MM in assets and has been well capitalized with stable growth and earnings for many years. This person reports directly to the CIO and has overall responsibility for maintaining security and stability of credit union networks, servers, applicable operating systems and communication links. As well as manage the staff and resources dedicated to supporting office automation, PCs and end-user equipment, network and systems security, etc.

I'm interested in speaking with candidates who have a proven track record of success in leading an IT department, implementing strategic initiatives, and experience managing a core.

For a confidential conversation and additional information, please reach out to Nathan Townsend.

Due to the planned retirement of the bank's longtime EVP Chief Information Officer ("CIO"), Bristol County Savings Bank ("BCSB") has selected S&W to lead the search and selection process for its next leader in technology.

Founded in 1846 and headquartered in Taunton, Massachusetts, BCSB is a 159-year-old, mutual community bank that embodies the best of what a community bank can be. For generations the bank has served consumer and business customers throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island and beyond, having been a source of financial stability for customers and the communities it serves through good times and bad. As a mutual, BCSB is both owned and governed by its depositors, meaning that every decision that the bank makes is centered on helping families to save, businesses to grow, and communities to prosper, and not on short-term investor demands. Supported by the pillars of stability and balance sheet strength, BCSB is well capitalized, profitable, and efficient and maintains exceptional asset quality. While much of the bank's growth has been organic, in 2020 BCSB acquired Rhode Island-based Freedom National Bank, bringing the total number of full-service retail branches across its footprint to 18. Today the bank has approximately $3.1B in total assets, making BCSB a top-20 bank in Massachusetts by asset size, and offers a comprehensive suite of loan and deposit products for consumers, small and medium sized businesses, and municipalities. As the bank has continued to grow its offerings, in 2017 it formed Bristol Wealth Group. Most importantly, BCSB is an exceptional corporate citizen and in 1996 established its Charitable Foundation as part of the celebration of the bank's 150th Anniversary. BCSB is primarily regulated by the FDIC and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Banks.

This key, transformational role will join a collaborative senior leadership team that will lead the bank to its stated goal of achieving $5B in total bank assets through organic growth. Given trends in customer behavior and expectations, the increased need for internal operating efficiencies, and the rapidly accelerating pace of evolution in available banking technology, the bank is seeking exceptional technology talent for this executive leadership role. The CIO is responsible for leading a team providing technology support and solutions for all business functions within BCSB. This executive and her/his team are charged with meeting the business needs and objectives of the Company in the most cost-effective manner that is consistent with the business strategy and objectives, integrity of the IT environment, and strong IT data security. The ideal candidate will:

Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge and acumen across wide-ranging and forwarding-looking industry trends, including but not limited to FinTech partnerships, CX/UX, customer journey mapping, and data analytics.

Demonstrate a proven track record of utilizing a data driven approach toward overall digital transformation.

Subject matter expertise and past success leading EPMO, risk management, and information security initiatives is highly preferred.

For additional information about this unique leadership opportunity, please contact a member of the S&W search team: Cameron Boyd, Managing Partner, Financial Services (cboyd@smithandwilkinson.com) or Nathan Townsend, Partner, Financial Services (ntownsend@smithandwilkinson.com). 

Smith & Wilkinson has been retained by Bethalto, IL based 1st MidAmerica Credit Union on a search to identify their next AVP, Card Services. Based in the Metro East area of St. Louis, 1st MidAmerica Credit Union now sits at $950MM in assets and has been well capitalized with stable growth and earnings for many years. This person will guide the assessment, development, implementation, innovation and administration of Card Service products and delivery channels, driving awareness to increase digital usage amongst our membership through existing and new services.

I'm interested in speaking with candidates that have strategic and administrative capabilities to manage a department and program at one of the largest Credit Union's in the area.

For a confidential conversation and additional information, please reach out to Nathan Townsend.

Our Manchester NH property & casualty and employee benefits agency is looking to add a Personal Lines Account Manager to their team!

If you have at least 3 years of commercial P&C or personal P&C experience, have supported the growth of a New England based book of business, and have increased sales/ renewals through your level of customer service and processing detail, then contact Harrison Hines to learn more.  

Role must report to the Manchester, NH office location a few days a week, comes with growth opportunities, and fantastic benefits!

Our client, a national Surplus Lines Carrier is looking for Professional Lines Underwriter to support the due diligence and growth of a variety of programs.

If you have at least 3 years of experience in Professional Lines or Reinsurance Treaty Underwriting, have either written profitable business, or supported growth through audits, then contact Colin Morgan to learn more!

This company is located in Juno Beach, FL and if you are not local, you must be willing to travel 25% of the time.   Company offers competitive pay, benefits, and room for growth.

Our fast-growing specialty insurance administrator is seeking to add a career-minded Property and Casualty Inside Claims Adjuster to their team. This company prides itself on providing a white-glove claims experience for their ever-increasing list of property owners across the U.S.

The ideal candidate will bring at least 2+ years of claims adjusting experience in addition to proficiency utilizing virtual claim handling tools. Prior insurance, mitigation, or construction experience is preferred in lieu of prior adjusting experience. If this is of interest to you, please reach out to Harrison Hines to learn more.

Candidates must be open to one on-call weekend coverage every other month. This company offers a strong compensation plan, full benefits package and requires little to no travel.

Relocation assistance to Bozeman, MT is available for the right candidate.

Our fast-growing global specialty carrier seeks an experienced Senior Program Commercial Underwriter to help expand their E&S construction book of business.

The ideal candidate knows the casualty E&S Construction space well and is familiar with West Coast and East Coast and casualty risk exposures. This candidate must also possess a working knowledge of underwriting guidelines, standards, rates, key forms, endorsements, and exclusions.

In this high-level underwriting role, you will oversee the onboarding and vetting of new program opportunities, beginning to end. You will also work closely with all other departments including the product development and compliance teams to manage these products appropriately.

This is not a production underwriting role. You will be relying on your construction underwriting expertise to help these construction programs evolve.

In this role you will lean on your analytical approach to support your decision making and portfolio management, as well as your excellent communication and negotiation skills to directly impact outcomes.

This role is fully remote and comes with great growth opportunities.

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the operations of multiple utilities for a hi-tech business campus, which includes electricity, steam, and refrigeration generation and distribution services. The top priority of the role is to ensure the reliability of services and plant efficiency through effective leadership and operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Develop and implement plans to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of utility services.
• Communicating with other departments within the company and customers to ensure that the utility services meet standards.
• Supervising a team of operators and technicians.
• Developing and managing the facility's budget.
• Managing projects related to new service delivery and upgrades.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Understanding of utility operations, including electricity, steam, and refrigeration, as well as the ability to operate and maintain utility equipment and infrastructure.
• The ability to communicate effectively with operators, technicians, regulatory agencies, and other departments within the company.
• Familiarity with safety procedures, and the ability to ensure a safe working environment.
• Experience with computer programs and systems such as SCADA systems and database management.
• Ability to work with a range of stakeholders and customers including regulators, local authorities and other organizations.
• Ability to plan and execute projects related to process improvement, expansion, and equipment upgrades.

The Industrial Wastewater Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the operations of a wastewater treatment plant in an industrial setting. The role requires knowledge and experience in wastewater treatment, as well as strong leadership and management skills. Additionally, they should have a good understanding of environmental regulations, safety procedures, and chemical usage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Develop and implement plans to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the treatment process.
• Work with other departments within the company to ensure that the treated wastewater meets discharge standards.
• Supervising a team of operators and technicians.
• Budgeting, record-keeping, and reporting

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Understanding of industrial wastewater treatment processes, including physical, chemical, and biological treatment methods, as well as the ability to operate and maintain treatment equipment.
• The ability to communicate effectively with operators, technicians, regulatory agencies and other departments within the company.
• Familiarity with safety procedures, chemical usage, and the ability to ensure a safe working environment.
• Experience with computer programs and systems such as SCADA systems and database management.
• Ability to plan and execute projects related to process improvement, expansion, and equipment upgrades.

Our Chicago based P&C MGU client, Ryan Specialty Group, is looking to hire a fully remote Professional Liability Practice leader to join their team. This role will work across multiple Professional Liability programs to help assess, improve and expand their current operations, scalability, and broker relationships to drive profits.

This role will help evaluate different Professional Liability programs, work closely on underwriting challenges, be well-informed with both the distribution and broker experience, and comfortable working with a variety of professional liability portfolio managers on internal and client facing solutions.

If you have extensive experience supporting professional liability books of business, enjoy making strategic operational improvements while still engaging the broker community to make connections, let’s discuss!

Company offers a competitive salary, bonus and benefits.

A small Architecture firm that is growing with offices in Portland & Bangor is looking to hire an Architect or Architectural Designer. The firm started because the founder became tired of the corporate machine-like stressful environment found in many of the larger firms of Boston & New York. This new firm is being built with a culture based on collaboration, support, and learning. With a refreshing work environment focused on driving creativity, excitement, and growth with each project and client.

Projects will include commercial entertainment venues, and the role will focus heavily on design and the development of architectural design concepts. There is flexibility in the level of experience for the position and the responsibility or expectations will be custom matched to the new team member to ensure the right amount of challenge, learning, and growth.

What is important, is the passion for architecture, constant learning, and enjoyment of working within a small team.

Responsibilities:

• Design/drafting within Revit to meet project delivery lifecycle, typical milestones, and their level of detail
• Manage priorities and personal workload to meet deadline commitments
• Mentor junior staff or willing to take direction
• Get out in the field, and provide oversight of construction, as this is where the design efforts materialize
• Interact with clients and contractors, and represent the firm in a professional respectful manner at project sites
• Balance remote working and time in the field, with time in the office (collaborating side by side helps everyone grow)

Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. Degree in Architecture, Structural Engineering, Interior Design, or related field
• Preferred years of experience are 3+ years of professional experience but can be flexible
• Interest in becoming a licensed professional, if not one already
• Experienced and comfortable working with Revit