Marsh Risk Early Career Program, Full-Time 2027 – Brokerage – West Market

Marsh McLennan•Seattle, WA

6d•$75,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Marsh is hiring recent graduates for its Early Career Program in the Brokerage Practice within Marsh Risk. The program is a two-year career development opportunity offering industry training, dedicated development resources, structured cohort onboarding, mentorship, learning opportunities, exposure to senior leaders, and networking. Associates will work with clients and insurance companies to assess risks, arrange suitable coverage, negotiate competitive terms, and help clients manage and reduce risk costs. Positions are based in San Francisco or Seattle and are hybrid, with at least three days per week in the local office or onsite with clients. Candidates select preferred practice areas and office locations; availability varies by practice. The listed areas are Casualty (San Francisco), Marine, Cargo, and Logistics (Seattle), and Property (San Francisco). The Marine, Cargo, and Logistics team specifies a January 2027 start date; the program otherwise anticipates a July 2027 start. The base salary is $75,000 in Seattle or $80,000 in San Francisco, standardized by location and not subject to negotiation. Marsh describes its workplace as diverse, inclusive, and flexible.

Requirements

Graduation date between Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Liberal Arts, Finance, Risk Management and Insurance, or another STEM-related or Business-related major.
Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders and building positive relationships, with the ability to communicate effectively across different audiences.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. permanently and on an ongoing basis without sponsorship now or in the future; must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident Green Card holder at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

Client- or customer-focused mindset and ability to build relationships internally and externally.
Comfort collaborating in team environments while taking ownership of individual responsibilities.
Strong interest in and basic understanding of risk management and insurance.

Responsibilities

Partner with Account Executives and Brokers to create strategies and marketing plans for renewing existing business and attracting new opportunities.
Evaluate insurance quotes and compare coverage offerings for clients.
Negotiate terms and coverages with underwriters.
Create and expand benchmarking reports.
Develop and maintain relationships with clients and global insurance markets.
Prepare presentations for client or prospect meetings.
Develop and present internal and external renewal strategy documents.
Work with senior colleagues on high-level projects.
Help clients understand and manage risks and arrange appropriate insurance coverage within the assigned brokerage practice.