Associate Client Advisor

Marsh McLennan•New York, NY

1d•$72,500 - $154,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Marsh is seeking an Associate Client Advisor for its US Marine Industries team within the Marine, Cargo & Logistics (MCL) practice. The role is part of the US East Zone team and is based from the New York, NY office. It is hybrid, with colleagues expected to work in their local office or onsite with clients at least three days per week; office-based teams also identify at least one weekly anchor day for in-person collaboration. The position oversees large or complex marine accounts, advises clients on strategic priorities and risk management needs, and develops solutions using knowledge of risk, the insurance marketplace, and maritime industries. The advisor works across teams and zones on renewal and placement strategies, presents to prospective clients, identifies opportunities, and maintains client relationships. The role also oversees client deliverables and placements, conducts senior-level client interactions, and serves as a thought leader on changing risk, insurance, and protection and indemnity (P&I) market conditions. Occasional travel is required. The applicable base salary range is $72,500 to $154,300. Base pay depends on factors including experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. The position may also be eligible for performance-based incentives. Marsh describes its total rewards package as including health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs, and employee assistance programs.

Requirements

Five or more years of prior hull and liability experience as a marine broker, underwriter, or in a similar role.
Solid knowledge of the insurance and maritime industries.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally.
New York, NY home-base office.
P&C Insurance Agent’s/Broker’s License, or ability to obtain it within 90 days.
College degree preferred.

Nice To Haves

Ability to build strong relationships and connect with internal colleagues, clients, and carriers.
Self-starter who is resourceful and able to bring solutions and ideas to the firm.
Ability to contribute to a collaborative team and make an immediate impact.
Interest in how the role supports company goals and in helping meet those goals.
Bachelor’s degree in insurance, Risk Management, Marine Transportation, or Finance.
P&C Insurance Agent’s/Broker’s License.
Professional insurance designation from The Institutes as Associate in Marine Insurance Management (AMIM).

Responsibilities

Independently oversee and manage large or complex accounts, bringing the team together to formulate procedures and go-to-market strategies.
Maintain a near-complete understanding of clients’ strategic business priorities, risk strategies, and risk management needs to provide appropriate advice and serve clients effectively.
Use risk expertise and knowledge of industry and insurance marketplace conditions to review client exposures and loss experience, develop solutions for complex needs, and recommend additional products and services.
Develop, present, and oversee renewal and placement strategies with Placement, Advisory Leaders, and Client Executives across zones when product, industry, or account criteria require it.
Present to prospective clients, identify opportunities for new products, and develop or recommend innovative solutions to secure new clients and projects.
Build and maintain client relationships and ensure complex risk management needs are met.
Oversee the production of client deliverables and delivery of final placements, ensuring the quality of materials provided.
Engage independently in senior-level client interactions and demonstrate expertise in problem-solving, coverage areas, and client relationship management.
Serve as a company thought leader and maintain in-depth knowledge of changing risk, insurance, and protection and indemnity (P&I) market conditions.