United States Recruitment
Acumen specializes in providing a wide range of recruitment and staffing support to our clients in the US. We are able to assist your business in attracting the right candidates using our in-depth knowledge of the local talent markets, extensive industry network, and our team of talented and motivated recruiters.At Acumen, we place skilled insurance and reinsurance professionals across all areas of the Life, Health, and Property & Casualty industries, with functional expertise including Accounting & Finance, Actuarial, Claims, Compliance, Data Analytics, IT, Operations, Product, Risk, and Underwriting.
We provide this talent through a full range of recruitment services including contract support, permanent recruitment, and executive search.
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Taylor Dever
HEAD OF US – INSURANCE & REINSURANCE
Taylor joined Acumen in 2023 to launch the company’s operations in the United States. He has been partnering with the insurance industry providing recruitment, staffing, and consulting services since 2016. He specializes in actuarial and finance talent while also providing support in areas including claims, underwriting, compliance, and analytics.
During Taylor’s career, he has been able to immerse himself within the US insurance market, attending and speaking at many industry conferences hosted by the SOA, IASA, LIMRA, and LOMA. He was selected as a 2021 Emerging Leader in the insurance industry by AM Best and the APCIA.
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McKenna Cieslak
SENIOR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
McKenna is a seasoned Recruiter and Business Development Consultant, with experience identifying and attracting top talent within the Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance sector. Specializing in consulting, she provides tailored solutions for organizational growth, fostering meaningful relationships with clients and candidates. Her proactive approach ensures that businesses in the P&C industry connect with the most qualified professionals.
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Alicia Morris
VP, US – HEALTH INSURANCE
Alicia joined Acumen in 2025, bringing over a decade of experience as a trusted leader in recruiting and consulting services within the insurance industry. Specializing in the health insurance sector, Alicia has developed a comprehensive understanding of industry dynamics, including regulatory changes and emerging trends. She has cultivated a vast network of top-tier talent and professionals across the industry.
A lifelong learner, Alicia has earned her PAHM designation and is currently working toward her Fellow. She has also collaborated with leading industry organizations such as the SOA, CAS, AHOU, IASA, and Health Plan Alliance for conferences and speaking engagements.
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Chad Record
VP, US – INSURANCE & REINSURANCE
Chad joined Acumen in 2023 to support the operational and strategic development of the US entity. With nearly 15 years of recruitment experience dedicated to the insurance industry, he has connected professionals with opportunities across nearly every functional area and now specializes in actuarial and finance.
In addition to supporting talent initiatives, Chad has further developed his understanding of the insurance industry by attending and/or speaking at several industry conferences hosted by the SOA, ACLI, NAIC, LOMA, and The Institutes.
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Emily Underwood
SENIOR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
Emily is a Senior Recruitment Consultant who specializes in identifying and attracting top actuarial and underwriting talent within the US Health insurance/reinsurance market. She provides industry knowledge and solutions for organizational growth along with a proactive recruitment approach by building meaningful relationships with both candidates and hiring managers.
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Corey Zytko
SENIOR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
Corey is a recruiter specializing in the actuarial space within the life insurance industry. He focuses on identifying and placing skilled actuarial professionals in roles that support the growth and stability of insurance companies. He works closely with both candidates and clients to ensure a strong match in terms of technical expertise, experience, and career aspirations. By understanding the specific needs of the life insurance sector, Corey is able to help organizations find actuarial talent capable of navigating complex risk models, pricing strategies, and regulatory challenges, all while guiding candidates toward opportunities that align with their professional goals.
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