VP, Private Equity Broker

Aon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & paid holidays

401(k) with match

Exclusive discount programs

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

NFP, an Aon company, seeks a VP, Private Equity Broker to lead broking for new and renewal business, manage ~50 client relationships, and ensure service standards and deadlines are met. Strong communication, client management, and industry knowledge are essential. Insurance licensure within 3 months is required, with potential incentives on top of base pay.

The role involves travel and requires an ability to develop carrier partnerships and stay current on market trends.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Strong presentation abilities for clients and carriers.
• Professional demeanor and client-focused mindset.
• Proficient with Windows Suite and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for both new business and renewal accounts from marketing, brokering, and service perspectives.
• Manage ongoing client service relationships for approximately 50 clients.
• Maintain open communication with carriers, clients, producers, and internal partners.
• Travel 5–10% of the time, including overnight stays, as encouraged.
• Communicate due dates, timelines, and expectations to clients and partners.
• Identify problems, summarize, and develop strategic solutions.
• Conduct employee, carrier, and client meetings.
• Develop and maintain excellent carrier relationships.
• Stay informed about industry information and new products.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Professional demeanor

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windows

Job description

Who We Are:

NFP, an Aon company, is a multiple Best Places to Work award winner in Business Insurance who has also earned the WORK180 employer endorsement. We are an organization of consultative advisors and problem solvers. We help companies and individuals around the globe address their most significant risk, workforce, wealth management and retirement challenges through custom solutions and a people-first approach. To learn more, please visit: https://www.NFP.com.

The VP, Private Equity Broker is responsible for broking new and renewal business, handling all aspects of the placements from initial market selection through policy delivery to the client. Ensure all clients' needs are promptly and accurately satisfied, all deadlines are met, and service standards are achieved.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for both new business and renewal business accounts from a marketing, brokering, & service perspective
• Management of ongoing client service relationships for approximately 50 clients
• Maintain open and clear communication channels with carriers, clients, producers, and internal partners
• An average of 5-10% of the time out of the office and overnight travel is encouraged
• Communicate due dates, timelines, and expectations to clients and partners
• Identify problems, summarize, and develop strategic solutions
• Conduct employee, carrier, and client meetings
• Develop and maintain excellent carrier relationships
• Remains informed regarding industry information and new product information

Knowledge,Skills, And/or Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong presentation skills
• Professional demeanor, sensitivity to client needs, self-motivated, creative, and innovative
• High level of digital literacy including proven understanding of Windows Suite

Education And/or Experience

• Prior client servicing experience within Private Equity preferred
• 4-year college degree or industry-specific designation preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registration

• Must currently hold an insurance license (or must obtain it within 3 months of employment) and retain license by meeting the continuing education requirements

What We Offer:

We're proud to offer a competitive salary, PTO & paid holidays, 401(k) with match, exclusive discount programs, health & wellness programs, and more. Our PeopleFirst culture focuses on building and nurturing lifelong relationships with our employees because, at the end of the day, we exist to be there for others. The base salary range for this position is $160,000.00 - $185,000.00. The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location. Actual base salary offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

NFP and You... Better Together!

NFP is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.