Underwriter/Broker

Gallagher•Omaha, NE

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This hybrid role involves approximately 75% marketing and selling, and 25% underwriting. The position is responsible for driving revenue growth by connecting Retail Agents with national markets and delivering exceptional underwriting solutions through strong carrier relationships. The role requires prospecting and developing new business, marketing and selling wholesale insurance solutions, building strong relationships with Specialty Carriers, pre-qualifying submissions, analyzing submissions to determine the best carrier, coverage, forms, and premium, gathering information on client risks, and staying informed about industry and market trends. The role may also involve leading, training, and overseeing a support team, and traveling as needed to engage with clients and carriers.

Requirements

Proven business development and relationship management skills.
Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and excellent communication.
A proactive, goal-driven mindset with urgency to achieve production targets.
Ability to leverage data and tools to craft comprehensive insurance solutions.
Sets a high standard for responsiveness and commitment to meet the needs of Retailers and their clients.
Conveys insurance and risk management expertise in ways that build trust and credibility.
Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of related experience.
Home state P&C license (or willingness to obtain within 90 days).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Sales experience in insurance or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Prospect and develop new business through networking and relationship-building with Retail Agents and Carrier Underwriters.
Market and sell wholesale insurance solutions to achieve production goals and grow your book of business.
Build strong relationships with Specialty Carriers to ensure competitive pricing and access to coverage on various types of risk.
Pre-qualify submissions and focus on high-probability sales opportunities while following Carrier guidelines.
Analyze submissions from Retail Agents and determine the best available Carrier, coverage, forms, and premium.
Gather information on client risks and identify additional areas of exposure RPS could quote.
Stay ahead of industry and market trends that impact underwriting guidelines, pricing, and premiums.
Educate partners on RPS’s full range of risk solutions as their business needs evolve.
Lead, train, and oversee support team when assigned.
Travel as needed to engage with clients and carriers.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program