Director, Senior Cyber Broker - NA FINEX

WTW•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

As a Senior Cyber Broker within Willis’ FINEX practice, the Director serves as a trusted advisor to clients and the primary liaison between clients and insurance markets. The role designs, markets, and places complex cyber insurance programs and delivers strategic advice on cyber risk transfer solutions. It applies deep knowledge of cyber insurance products, market dynamics, and emerging cyber threats to help clients secure suitable coverage and meet risk management objectives. The position requires technical expertise, strong relationship management, and the ability to deliver innovative solutions in a rapidly evolving marketplace. The role advises clients on cyber insurance and related financial lines risks; leads exposure, market, and renewal discussions; builds relationships and develops business; and negotiates, structures, and places insurance programs. It also contributes to business growth, market leadership, collaboration, thought leadership, and the development of junior colleagues. The position is eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus. The stated base salary range is $125,000–$225,000 USD per year. WTW offers a competitive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, covering health and welfare, leave, and retirement benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
5–10+ years of experience in cyber insurance broking, underwriting, or related financial lines disciplines.
Strong knowledge of cyber insurance products, coverage forms, policy language, and market practices.
Demonstrated experience placing cyber insurance programs, negotiating directly with insurers, and participating in new business RFPs.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Property & Casualty Insurance License, or ability to obtain one upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with both middle market and large account clients.
Established relationships within the global cyber insurance marketplace.
Professional designations such as CPCU, ARM, or RPLU.
Experience leading teams, managing people, or driving strategic business initiatives.
Track record of business development, client acquisition, and revenue growth within cyber, financial lines, or the broader commercial insurance marketplace.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on cyber insurance and related financial lines risks.
Lead client discussions regarding exposure analysis, market conditions, and renewal strategies.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients while leading new business opportunities.
Deliver client service through proactive communication and consultative guidance.
Design, market, and place cyber insurance programs across a broad range of industries.
Negotiate coverage terms, conditions, and pricing with insurance carriers.
Review insurance policies and provide detailed coverage analyses and recommendations.
Structure complex and customized insurance solutions to address client needs.
Maintain knowledge of carrier appetites, evolving exposures, market trends, and emerging products.
Support growth through client retention, cross-selling, and new business development.
Lead RFP responses, prospect presentations, and sales initiatives.
Identify opportunities to expand services and deepen client relationships.
Collaborate with colleagues across industry verticals and specialty practices to deliver integrated solutions.
Develop and maintain relationships with insurers and key market stakeholders.
Provide technical cyber insurance expertise to colleagues and clients.
Monitor cyber threats, regulatory developments, and insurance market trends.
Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, industry events, webinars, and market-facing content.
Mentor and support junior team members as appropriate.

Benefits

Annual short-term incentive bonus.
Medical insurance, including prescription coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health Savings Account.
Commuter Account.
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Group Accident and Group Critical Illness coverage.
Life Insurance and AD&D coverage.
Group Legal coverage.
Identity Theft Protection.
Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources, including Employee Assistance Program.
Paid holidays and annual paid time off, including paid state/local leave where required.
Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability.
Other leaves, including Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave.
Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k).
Eligible Level 38 and more senior roles may also receive access to non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans.