Vice President

Ryan Specialty•Atlanta, GA

18h•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

RT Specialty, a division of Ryan Specialty, is a leading wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products and services. Its brokers specialize in property, casualty, professional lines, transportation, and workers’ compensation, providing solutions to retail brokerage firms. The Vice President role is described as responsible for leading a team of brokers to achieve profitable growth within a designated book of business. The role delivers revenue targets, manages customized underwriting solutions, and builds in-person relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including brokers, clients, and partners. It advises the team on complex risk assessment, evaluates complex exposures, places clients with appropriate carriers, oversees policy issuance and risk mitigation, and ensures compliance with applicable regulations. The position leads sales and team performance, resolves client issues, supports client retention and business growth, and develops insurance solutions tailored to client needs. It also works with agency stakeholders, retail brokers, carrier partners, claims and underwriting teams, and operational leaders.

Requirements

At least 6 years of work experience in wholesale brokerage, commercial insurance coverages, sales, or underwriting.
A bachelor’s degree is required; a related discipline or commensurate work experience may be considered.
State P&C and/or surplus line license is required.

Nice To Haves

Three years of supervisor or lead experience is preferred.
A master’s degree is preferred.
Business Administration, Sales, or Risk Management is a preferred field of study.
Accredited Advisor in Insurance (AAI), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Drive sales of insurance solutions and lead a team of brokers by assigning responsibilities and goals.
Resolve client complaints, confirm quotes and binders in writing promptly, evaluate team performance, and provide actionable feedback.
Partner with clients and agency stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges, and suggest solutions through in-person meetings and marketing efforts.
Oversee development of customized insurance solutions that exceed client expectations, support client retention, and deliver business growth while adhering to guidelines.
Assess complex risks using independent judgment and discretion, place them with optimal carriers, recommend favorable commission structures, and build long-term partnerships with retail brokers.
Identify cross-sell opportunities and seek referrals to strengthen partnerships and develop new client relationships.
Attend operational client reviews and participate in audits with claims and underwriting teams and operational leaders.
Identify discrepancies or variances in operational plans, escalate them through proper channels, and advocate for timely resolution.