Vice President, Private Capital Development – Midwest

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Howden is seeking a Vice President, Business Development to lead Midwest market efforts from Chicago. You will originate opportunities, manage executive relationships, and coordinate with brokers to convert prospects into revenue.

The role emphasizes RWI and related insurance products, with a strong focus on building the Howden Private Capital brand and cross‑practice collaboration. Hybrid work in Chicago is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 4+ years of experience in business development, sales, investment banking, private equity, transactional legal practice, insurance brokerage, or a related field.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, able to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated success building and managing executive-level relationships.
• Strong networking, communication, and presentation skills.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to travel throughout the Midwest and nationally as needed.

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 primarily with respect to RWI and secondarily with respect to other key transactional (e.g., Tax, Contingent, Structured Risk, and Credit Insurance) and operational insurance products).
• Maintain an organized and methodical outreach process utilizing CRM systems and reporting tools.
• Serve as an ambassador for the Howden Private Capital brand throughout the Midwest deal community.
• Maintain regular contact with existing and prospective clients through targeted outreach and relationship-building initiatives.
• Coordinate roadshows, networking events, conferences, and client entertainment activities.
• Partner with brokers and senior leadership to develop and deepen key market relationships.
• Represent Howden Private Capital at industry conferences, association events, and transaction-focused networking opportunities.
• Assist with the planning and execution of Chicago-based client events and educational programs.
• Develop local market intelligence regarding sponsors, advisors, deal activity, and competitive dynamics.
• Collaborate with marketing and leadership teams to increase brand recognition and market penetration.
• Work closely with senior brokers and deal teams to transition opportunities through the sales cycle.
• Coordinate with other Howden specialty practices when opportunities arise across healthcare, tax, real estate, cyber, structured solutions, and other product lines.
• Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and activity tracking through CRM systems.
• Contribute to broader business development strategy and commercial initiatives.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Investment banking

Private equity

Transactional practice

Insurance brokerage

Networking

Presentation skills

Strategic planning

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Howden is seeking a Vice President, Business Development to lead Midwest market efforts from Chicago. You will originate opportunities, manage executive relationships, and coordinate with brokers to convert prospects into revenue.

The role emphasizes RWI and related insurance products, with a strong focus on building the Howden Private Capital brand and cross‑practice collaboration. Hybrid work in Chicago is available.