Strategic Insurance Broker & Underwriter

Risk Placement Services, Inc.; Arlington Heights (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Risk Placement Services, Inc. seeks a dynamic professional to drive revenue by connecting Retail Agents with national markets and delivering underwriting solutions through strong carrier relationships.

You will prospect, market, and sell wholesale insurance, building lasting partnerships and guiding underwriters to optimal coverage and pricing. The role requires a proven track record in business development, analytical acumen, and exceptional communication, with a 3+ year background in insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of related experience.
• Proven business development and relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and excellent communication.
• Home state P&C license (or willingness to obtain within 90 days).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Sales experience in insurance or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop new business through networking and relationship-building with Retail Agents and Carrier Underwriters.
• Market and sell wholesale insurance solutions to achieve production goals and grow your book of business.
• Build strong relationships with Specialty Carriers to ensure competitive pricing and access to coverage on various types of risk.
• Pre-qualify submissions and focus on high-probability sales opportunities while following Carrier guidelines.
• Analyze submissions from Retail Agents and determine the best available Carrier, coverage, forms, and premium.
• Gather information on client risks and identify additional areas of exposure RPS could quote.
• Stay ahead of industry and market trends that impact underwriting guidelines, pricing, and premiums.
• Educate partners on RPS's full range of risk solutions as their business needs evolve.
• Lead, train, and oversee support team when assigned.
• Travel as needed to engage with clients

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Data-driven

Sales experience

Insurance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Risk Placement Services, Inc. seeks a dynamic professional to drive revenue by connecting Retail Agents with national markets and delivering underwriting solutions through strong carrier relationships.

You will prospect, market, and sell wholesale insurance, building lasting partnerships and guiding underwriters to optimal coverage and pricing. The role requires a proven track record in business development, analytical acumen, and exceptional communication, with a 3+ year background in insurance