Broker/Account Manager

SeaCoast Underwriters, Inc. is now Risk Placement Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a broker/account manager for our Executive Lines practice in Chicago, supporting a dynamic book of business and building strong carrier relationships. You will help deliver creative insurance solutions across management and professional liability lines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with brokers and producers, managing submissions, and maintaining client satisfaction while staying current on market trends and coverage options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience, or High School Diploma/GED and 8 years related experience required.
• License required.
• Experience in commercial insurance, wholesale brokerage, underwriting, account management, or related insurance discipline.
• Knowledge of one or more Executive Lines products, including: Directors & Officers (D&O), Employment Practices Liability (EPLI), Fiduciary Liability, Crime, Cyber Liability, Professional Liability, Management Liability.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical capabilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and agency management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a diverse Executive Lines book of business, including new and renewal accounts.
• Partner with brokers and producers to market accounts and develop competitive insurance solutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with carrier partners, underwriters, and key marketplace contacts.
• Prepare submissions, analyze coverage options, and assist in negotiating terms and pricing.
• Coordinate the placement process from submission through binding and policy issuance.
• Review policy documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to client, producer, and carrier inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor renewal timelines and proactively manage account activity to ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Identify opportunities to expand relationships and contribute to organic growth initiatives.
• Stay informed on market trends, carrier appetite changes, and emerging Executive Lines exposures.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the organization to deliver a positive client experience and achieve business objectives.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Agency management systems

Job description

Introduction

At RPS, we don’t just embrace bold ideas, we make them happen. We’re a team of entrepreneurs, big-picture thinkers, and passionate experts who thrive on possibility. Every day, we collaborate across teams, challenge convention, and push boundaries to design innovative solutions for our clients. With access to top-rated carriers and a dynamic marketplace, we bring strategy and creativity together to deliver what others might call impossible. Here, every voice counts, every perspective matters, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow. You’ll be supported by a culture that celebrates ownership, curiosity, and high performance, where you’re trusted to do your best work and encouraged to keep learning along the way.

• Chicago, Illinois
• Carrier Placements
• 60860
• $54,000 - $105,500
• Partially Scheduled in the Office

Job Description

Introduction

At RPS, we don’t just embrace bold ideas, we make them happen. We’re a team of entrepreneurs, big-picture thinkers, and passionate experts who thrive on possibility. Every day, we collaborate across teams, challenge convention, and push boundaries to design innovative solutions for our clients. With access to top-rated carriers and a dynamic marketplace, we bring strategy and creativity together to deliver what others might call impossible. Here, every voice counts, every perspective matters, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow. You’ll be supported by a culture that celebrates ownership, curiosity, and high performance, where you’re trusted to do your best work and encouraged to keep learning along the way.

Overview

At Risk Placement Services (RPS), we champion the possibilities for our clients and colleagues. As a Broker / Account Manager within our Executive Lines practice, you'll support a dynamic book of business, build strong carrier and client relationships, and help deliver creative insurance solutions across management and professional liability lines.

This role offers the opportunity to expand your expertise, collaborate with industry professionals, and grow your career within one of the leading specialty insurance organizations.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Manage and support a diverse Executive Lines book of business, including new and renewal accounts.
• Partner with brokers and producers to market accounts and develop competitive insurance solutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with carrier partners, underwriters, and key marketplace contacts.
• Prepare submissions, analyze coverage options, and assist in negotiating terms and pricing.
• Coordinate the placement process from submission through binding and policy issuance.
• Review policy documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to client, producer, and carrier inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor renewal timelines and proactively manage account activity to ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Identify opportunities to expand relationships and contribute to organic growth initiatives.
• Stay informed on market trends, carrier appetite changes, and emerging Executive Lines exposures.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the organization to deliver a positive client experience and achieve business objectives.

Required

About You

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience or High School Diploma/GED and 8 years related experience required.
• License required.
• Experience in commercial insurance, wholesale brokerage, underwriting, account management, or a related insurance discipline.
• Knowledge of one or more Executive Lines products, including:
• Directors & Officers (D&O)
• Employment Practices Liability (EPLI)
• Fiduciary Liability
• Crime
• Cyber Liability
• Professional Liability
• Management Liability
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical capabilities.
• Comfortable collaborating with internal teams, clients, and carrier partners.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and agency management systems.

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)