Midwest VP, Business Development – Private Capital

Hambroker; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Howden Private Capital is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to lead Midwest market development from Chicago. You will originate opportunities, coordinate with brokers, and drive growth with PE sponsors, banks, and law firms.

The role emphasizes relationship building, market presence, and collaboration with senior leadership across Howden's transactional risk solutions. Hybrid work in Chicago.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4+ years of experience in business development, sales, investment banking, private equity, transactional practice, insurance brokerage, or related field.
• Demonstrated success building and managing executive-level relationships.
• Strong networking, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic business development plan for the Midwest region.
• Build and maintain relationships with private equity sponsors, independent sponsors, corporate development teams, investment banks, and leading M&A law firms.
• Generate qualified meetings and introductions for senior brokers and coverage specialists.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities with respect to RWI and other transactional insurance products.
• Maintain organized outreach processes and CRM discipline.

Skills

Executive relationships

Networking

Presentation skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Howden Private Capital is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to lead Midwest market development from Chicago. You will originate opportunities, coordinate with brokers, and drive growth with PE sponsors, banks, and law firms.

The role emphasizes relationship building, market presence, and collaboration with senior leadership across Howden's transactional risk solutions. Hybrid work in Chicago.