Account Executive

Gallagher; Whippany (NJ); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a candidate in New Jersey for a hybrid role combining account management and production responsibilities. You will work on renewal/retention and drive new business revenue while delivering high levels of client service to assigned accounts.

You should have a Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of related experience or a high school diploma with 8+ years of related experience, plus a license. CPCU/CIC/ARM are preferred. Strong sales and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 8 years related experience required.
• License required.
• Preferred: CPCU, CIC, or ARM designation.
• Excellent sales capabilities; outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Has both account management and production responsibilities—hybrid role.
• Has renewal/retention and new business goals.

Skills

Sales skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma/GED

Licensing required

Professional designation (CPCU/CIC/ARM) preferred

Job description

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client‑centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.

How You'll Make An Impact

Has both account management and production responsibilities—hybrid role. Has both renewal/retention and new business goals. Responsible for the combined functions of the development and successful acquisition on new business revenue from new and existing clients and providing a high level of client service to assigned accounts.

About You

Required: Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 8 years related experience required. License required. Preferred: Professional designation such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) preferred. Excellent sales capabilities; outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Behaviors: Position requires excellent communication skills.

Compensation And Benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)