Associate Broker

WTW•Chicago, IL

4d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Broker (Marine Cargo Broker Trainee) supports a team of senior brokers by assisting with organization, daily operations, communication with clients and insurance markets, document creation for use with clients and insurance markets, assistance with compliance, systems data entry, data analysis, and other support tasks as required. It also requires that the chosen candidate maintain a book of smaller accounts that they will directly broker with the insurance markets. Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.

Requirements

High school diploma required. College degree preferred
1-2 years broking experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook
Obtain a broker’s license in the first 3 months of employment, if a broker’s license is not currently held.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
Strong research and information-gathering skills
Understanding of placement processes and workflows
Demonstrated customer service orientation, sound prioritization skills, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging approved AI-enabled and digital tools to improve productivity, workflow efficiency, knowledge sharing, and client outcomes.
Sound judgment in evaluating AI-generated outputs for accuracy, relevance, compliance, and business impact.
Understanding of Responsible AI principles, including data privacy, information security, transparency, risk management, and ethical AI use.
Commitment to continuous learning, emerging technologies, and AI adoption initiatives.

Responsibilities

Assists the team to provide day-to-day servicing of larger, complex accounts and direct broking/placement service on smaller accounts, duties include but are not limited to: Issuance of policies and endorsements, Assist in formulating submissions for insurance carriers, Assist with quote comparative spreadsheets, Issuance of compliance documentation, Assist and coordinate responses to RFP’s, Organize internal, prospect and client meetings, Support invoicing of Cargo accounts, Follow up on invoicing and accounting inquiries, Maintain updated account list, Review and manage policy expiration list.
Learn and utilize WTW software and systems – ECLIPSE, RADAR
Add/renew policy record in ECLIPSE; upload required documentation throughout placement
Maintain client and prospect lists within CRM in large market, middle market and industry focus areas

Benefits

Medical (including prescription coverage)
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Commuter Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Group Accident
Group Critical Illness
Life Insurance
AD&D
Group Legal
Identify Theft Protection
Wellbeing Program
Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
Paid Holidays
Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required)
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave)
Paid Time Off (Washington State only)
Contributory Pension Plan
Savings Plan (401k)