Associate Broker, Casualty Insurance

Overview

Amwins is the largest specialty distributor of property, casualty and professional lines of insurance products - we're ready for even the most complex placements. Our Brokerage division includes more than 425 teams nationwide. Through specialty practice groups, our brokers are constantly collaborating, sharing knowledge and solutions across teams and divisions. That means when you join an Amwins Brokerage team, you have the combined expertise of our entire firm driving your personal success.

With the largest specialty insurance distribution platform in the industry, we stay on top of market conditions and trends to keep our retailers ahead of the game. We hire the best talent in the industry and provide our employees with the tools to deliver innovative insurance solutions. We believe that by taking care of our employees they will take care of our clients and the cycle will perpetuate.

Learn more about us at  Join our Amwins Brokerage team in Chicago as a Associate Broker! This position is in-office. None of our positions are commission based or involve cold calling.

• Serve as a point of communication with the Production Team, including providing coverage and program design advice and expertise
• Provide brokers with knowledge about markets and products as they relate to classes of business
• Assist Broker in client meetings as requested
• Prepare and submit proposals to carriers for complex or hard-to-place accounts
• Negotiate with carriers for the best program for clients
• Oversee preparation of draft proposals
• Oversee preparation and finalization of Carrier and Client coverage confirmations
• Maintain strong relationships with key carriers in the Strategic Market
• Monitor carrier performance regarding service and commission level
• Participate in travel and networking events with retailers and underwriters such as lunches, dinners, concerts, sporting events, golf events, charity events, etc.
• Receive and respond to calls/requests from underwriters and retail producers concerning problems, delays, discrepancies, etc. and provide resolution so that all parties are satisfied
• Assist in the training of Associate Brokers

• 3+ years of insurance experience
• E&S experience is a plus!
• Comprehensive knowledge of casualty insurance
• Developed understanding of risk selection and coverage
• Knowledge of principles and methods involved in selling services including marketing strategies and tactics and sales techniques
• Ability to travel when necessary

• Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience
• Annual bonus potential
• Broad benefits package available
• Most benefits available first day of employment
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc
  • Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Travel Reimbursement for healthcare, Retail Discount Program, Scholarships for dependents of Amwins employees, etc.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Schedule
• Collaborative, continuing education focused work environment
• Career advancement opportunities

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pursuant to Illinois regulation, the compensation range for this position is as stated and includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses.

Illinois Pay Range: $80,000 USD - $80,000 USD