AVP, Commercial Insurance Broker (Hybrid NY or MA)

NFP•Plainview, NY

14d•$125,000 - $175,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for broking new and renewal business, handling all aspects of the placements from initial market selection through policy delivery to client. The AVP, Broker typically focuses on the largest and most complex placements, while serving in a leadership capacity to mentor and develop staff while cultivating strong insurer and insurer-client-broker relationships. This is a full-time, hybrid position based out of any of the following office locations: New York City, Albany, Rochester, Amherst, White Plains, Plainview (NY), or Boston, MA. To support hybrid/remote work, candidates must have access to a reliable, confidential, and interruption-free workspace, along with a stable high-speed internet connection.

Requirements

Strong leadership and portfolio management capabilities with a solid understanding of broker operations and financial fundamentals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor style and negotiation approach to different personalities and client scenarios
Highly organized and adaptable, able to manage shifting workloads, complexity, and competing priorities
Collaborative team member who builds strong relationships and provides mentorship and guidance to junior staff
Self-motivated, solutions oriented, and able to work with a strong sense of urgency while maintaining professionalism
Strong attention to detail with advanced analytical skills and proven ability to develop innovative property and casualty solutions
Confident and effective in client facing situations, demonstrating emotional intelligence
Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience with Epic (agency management system) strongly preferred
To support hybrid/remote work, candidates must have access to a reliable, confidential, and interruption-free workspace, along with a stable high-speed internet connection.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
Minimum seven years insurance experience
P&C License required

Nice To Haves

Team leadership experience a plus
Advanced industry designation(s) (e.g. CPCU, CIC, ARM) preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and execute the broking process, including renewal strategy, go to market planning, negotiations, and placement execution to achieve optimal client outcomes.
Partner with account management to prepare complete submissions, respond to carrier inquiries, analyze proposals, and present clear recommendations to clients and producers.
Develop solutions for complex placement scenarios and ensure high quality client deliverables, proposals, stewardship materials, and RFP responses.
Oversee coverage comparisons, policy reviews, binders, and documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness across all client and brokerage files.
Build strong relationships with carriers, wholesalers, and internal teams while maintaining deep knowledge of the insurance marketplace, risk financing strategies, and actuarial concepts.
Provide leadership through mentoring, supporting team members, and guiding preparation for client presentations and meetings.
Utilize data, analytics, and technology tools to deliver meaningful insights, strengthen client stewardship, and support portfolio management objectives.
Ensure accurate client and policy information in Epic and uphold consistent execution of NFP’s broking strategies.