Account Manager

Gallagher AU; Chicago (IL); On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a senior professional to manage a portfolio of corporate clients and lead the delivery of tailored Financial Lines insurance solutions. You will own client relationships, advise on renewals, and coordinate placements with underwriters and insurers.

The role focuses on complex, often multinational client structures with a strong emphasis on strategic growth and cross-border collaboration. WA-based with potential for broader regional involvement.

Qualifications

• Strong insurance broking experience, ideally with corporate or Financial Lines clients.
• Sound knowledge of Financial Lines policy wordings, exclusions and coverage issues.
• Ability to manage client relationships and coordinate complex renewals/placements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of corporate clients and own key relationships.
• Design and negotiate tailored Financial Lines insurance solutions across local/global markets.
• Lead renewal strategy, insurer engagement, placement negotiations and client advice.

Skills

Insurance broking

Financial Lines

Client relationships

Negotiation

Job description

Gallagher is a global leader in Insurance broking, risk management and consulting, with over 71,000 employees worldwide in over 130 countries. We have a global reach with a local presence and pride ourselves on being a socially responsible and an ethical organisation expressed through our Shared Values, The Gallagher Way. We are proud to have been awarded one of Insurance Business Australia Top Insurance Employers and Forbes Best Employer for Women.

About the Role:

• Managing a portfolio of ASX-listed and complex corporate clients and taking ownership of key client relationships.
• Partnering with clients to understand their insurable risks and designing and negotiating tailored Financial Lines insurance solutions across local and global markets.
• Leading renewal strategy, insurer engagement, placement negotiations and delivery of advice to clients.
• Building strong relationships with senior client stakeholders, underwriters and other insurer partners.
• Coordinating and working closely with Senior Account Executives and Account Executives who support the day-to-day servicing, documentation, renewal and placement process.
• Identifying opportunities to expand existing client relationships and supporting new business initiatives.
• Contributing to portfolio growth and representing the Gallagher brand positively within the business community.

About you:

• Strong insurance broking experience (or underwriting), ideally involving corporate or Financial Lines clients.
• Sound technical knowledge of Financial Lines insurance, including policy wordings, exclusions and coverage issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and coordinate complex renewals and placements.
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Confidence engaging with senior executives, key decision makers and insurers.
• Commercially minded, with an interest in portfolio growth and business development.

Why Join Gallagher?
At Gallagher, we believe in empowering our people to thrive both professionally and personally. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Grow Your Career:Unlock personalised career pathways, access tailored training programs, and benefit from tuition assistance to support your professional growth.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing:Take advantage of our wellbeing initiatives, including an employee assistance program, additional Lifestyle Leave, and resources to help you stay balanced and healthy.
• Enjoy Rewards and Benefits:Save with Gallagher Rewards, offering discounts at over 350 major retailers. Plus, participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan and explore salary-sacrificed superannuation options.
• Make a Difference:Give back to the community with paid volunteering days to support causes close to your heart.
• Be Part of an Inclusive Culture:Join a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion, welcoming people of all backgrounds, faiths, sexual orientations, gender identities, and lifestyle choices.

Employment offers are subject to satisfactory reference & background checks.

Gallagher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We embrace a working environment that celebrates individuality and fosters collaboration.

This is an exciting chance to join a global leader and make a real impact.

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Gallagher was founded by Arthur J Gallagher in a basement office in Chicago in 1927. Our Global Chairman, CEO and President, J Patrick Gallagher - Arthur's grandson - started as an intern in 1972 and has worked to carry on his family legacy. Gallagher has remained true to its origins and places a strong emphasis on maintaining a family feel, making it a unique culture for a global organisation.

Our Australian branch network includes 32+ branches, and we partner with more than 100,000 Australian businesses, from small businesses through to multinational corporations and iconic brands.

Gallagher was founded by Arthur J Gallagher in a basement office in Chicago in 1927. Our Global Chairman, CEO and President, J Patrick Gallagher - Arthur's grandson - started as an intern in 1972 and has worked to carry on his family legacy. Gallagher has remained true to its origins and places a strong emphasis on maintaining a family feel, making it a unique culture for a global organisation.

Our Australian branch network includes 32+ branches, and we partner with more than 100,000 Australian businesses, from small businesses through to multinational corporations and iconic brands.