Inside Broker

ryansg; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonuses

Job summary

RT Specialty, a division of Ryan Specialty, seeks an Inside Broker to support the Professional Liability Broker in building and managing a profitable book of business. The role focuses on risk assessment, coverage placement, and high-quality client service, processing routine and complex transactions with precision.

The position emphasizes collaboration with brokers to place risks with optimal carriers and manage submissions, with base salary and bonuses contributing to total compensation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Risk Management or related field.
• 1-3+ years of work experience in Wholesale Brokerage, Commercial Insurance Sales or Underwriting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with brokers to craft seamless service and strategic market placement for commercial accounts.
• Demonstrates knowledge of commercial insurance coverages, evaluates submissions from retail insurance brokers, and identifies exposures and coverage required.
• Analyzes risk exposures and coverage needs from broker submissions, exercising independent judgment and discretion to strategically place risks with optimal carriers.
• Determines suitable insurance markets for quote requests, secures quotes, and manages the placement process according to broker and market agreements.
• Analyzes and negotiates optimal quotes terms for coverage and pricing and explains quote details to brokers to facilitate binding decisions.
• Ensures lead generation through outbound calls, analyzes online and phone quote activity, and identifies opportunities to expand the business.
• Drives revenue development and growth of personal book of business through assigned sales targets.
• Partners with retail agencies and brokerage, acting as a key liaison between insurance markets and retail brokers and addressing their needs.
• Ensures meticulous account management by attaching and maintaining all necessary documents for the appropriate policy and account.
• Participates in assigned educational courses, professional designations, and licensing programs.

Skills

Wholesale Brokerage experience

Commercial Insurance Sales

Underwriting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Risk Management or related field

Job description

RT Specialty, a division of Ryan Specialty, is a leading wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products and services. Our experienced brokers are specialized in property, casualty, professional lines, transportation and workers' compensation, providing creative solutions to retail brokerage firms. We define ourselves through our superior execution on behalf of our clients, which has established us as a leader in the industry.

Position Summary

The Inside Broker is responsible for assisting the Professional Liability Broker in developing, managing, and sustaining profitable business by providing high level technical expertise. The role is responsible for managing a broker's book of business in-house using deep knowledge of initial risk assessments to secure the best coverage and place it smoothly in the right market. They provide customer service, resolve client inquiries through efficient communication, and process routine and complex transactions accurately.

What will your job entail?

Following base salary and bonuses, total compensation should meet/exceed $100k.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with brokers to craft seamless service and strategic market placement for commercial accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty.
• Demonstrates knowledge of commercial insurance coverages, evaluates submissions from retail insurance brokers, and identifies exposures and coverage required.
• Analyzes risk exposures and coverage needs from broker submissions, exercising independent judgment and discretion to strategically place risks with optimal carriers.
• Determines suitable insurance markets for quote requests, secures quotes, and manages the placement process according to broker and market agreements.
• Analyzes and negotiates optimal quotes terms for coverage and pricing and explains quote details to brokers to facilitate binding decisions.
• Ensures lead generation through outbound calls, analyzes online and phone quote activity, and identifies opportunities to expand the business.
• Drives revenue development and growth of personal book of business through assigned sales targets.
• Partners with retail agencies and brokerage, acting as a key liaison between insurance markets and retail brokers and addressing their needs.
• Ensures meticulous account management by attaching and maintaining all necessary documents for the appropriate policy and account.
• Participates in assigned educational courses, professional designations, and licensing programs.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Risk Management or related field.
• 1-3+ years of work experience in Wholesale Brokerage, Commercial Insurance Sales or Underwriting.

Licenses & Certifications:

• State P&C and/or surplus line license is required.

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

How We Support Our Teammates

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

The target salary range for this position is $78,750.00 - $78,750.00 annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at [e-mail].

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or phys