Strategic Partnerships Lead - High-Net-Worth Insurance

Vault Risk Management Services, LLC; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA/FSA plan

Life & disability insurance

Telehealth services

401k with match

Paid time off 23 days

Paid holidays

Job summary

Vault is seeking a seasoned Business Development Manager (Remote and field-based across IL) to drive growth through strategic partnerships and market expansion. You will lead business plans, train partners, and collaborate with underwriting, marketing, and service teams to deliver value to high-net-worth clients.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in business development or agency management within personal lines insurance, with strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or agency management within the P&C insurance industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of personal lines insurance products and distribution channels.
• Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with independent agents and brokers.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory business plan to drive top line growth, profitability, retention with existing partners and new agency appointments.
• Travel extensively throughout the state and surrounding areas to meet with prospective and current agents, delivering product training, marketing support, and relationship management.
• Identify high-potential agencies aligned with Vault’s high-net-worth market and onboard them through a consultative sales approach.
• Collaborate with underwriting, marketing, and service teams to ensure seamless agent and client experience.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and agency performance to inform strategic decisions.
• Represent Vault at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Skills

Business strategy

Sales development

Relationship management

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

Vault is seeking a seasoned Business Development Manager (Remote and field-based across IL) to drive growth through strategic partnerships and market expansion. You will lead business plans, train partners, and collaborate with underwriting, marketing, and service teams to deliver value to high-net-worth clients.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in business development or agency management within personal lines insurance, with strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.