Vice President - Broker

About this role

Who are we?

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Role: Vice President, Broker Location: Hybrid out of Chicago, IL

Who are we?   

H owden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits   mind-set , and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team   comprised   of   20,000 employees   spanning over 100 countries.   

Our people are our biggest asset as well as our largest shareholder group and are everything that makes us unique; our inclusive culture, the quality service we offer our clients, and our continued growth, all come from our people-first approach.   There’s   no such thing as individual success. We all need to play our part, contributing our skills and experience to make a true difference.   That’s   Howden.   

Why work at Howden?   

We have always been employee-owned and driven by entrepreneurial spirit. Right from the beginning,   we've   focused on employing talented individuals and empowering them to make a real difference to the company, whilst building successful and fulfilling careers at the same time. Simply put, we hire talented specialists and give them what they need to make a difference for clients.   

Always have, always will.   

People join Howden for many   different reasons , but they stay for the same one: our culture.   It’s   what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down disappointed head- hunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering –   you’ll   find like-minded people driving change at Howden.   

What is the role?   

The Vice President, Broker plays a key role in supporting and independently managing portions of   C asualty   insurance placements for   large, national accounts . This role bridges analytical execution and client-facing advisory work, contributing to renewal strategy, and new business development .   Brokers work in close partnership with producers and account executives, while actively mentoring junior colleagues and   play   a key role in driving excellence across the practice.  

This is an ideal opportunity for professionals with 3–5 years of experience who are ready to take on more ownership of placements, client deliverables, and market negotiations.  

What will you be doing?   

• Handle the placement and servicing of   C asualty insurance programs   across multiple lines of coverage  

• Review client exposures, loss history, and   industry specific   risks to help structure tailored insurance solutions .  

• Prepare and manage market submissions, ensuring coverage requests are complete,   accurate , and reflective of client needs.  

• Liaise directly with underwriters to collect terms, negotiate coverage enhancements, and support smooth execution of placements.  

• Analyze carrier quotes and develop clear, professional side   by   side comparisons outlining coverage differences, pricing, and key considerations.  

• Participate in renewal strategy meetings and   assist   in developing client-facing presentations, proposals, and benchmarking analyses.  

• Manage the binding process, ensuring placements reflect negotiated terms and con ditions .  

• Review policies for accuracy and coordinate corrections, endorsements, or revisions with carriers.  

• Support   C asualty transactions   by conducting program reviews, pro forma budgeting, and market insight.  

• Develop tailored insurance structures for clients, including   loss   sensitive   and guaranteed cost   programs .   

• Contribute to the development of innovative insurance structures, including   loss   sensitive   and guaranteed cost   programs.  

• Run analytical tools, benchmarking reports, loss analyses, and renewal metrics to support pricing discussions and strategy development.  

• Collaborate closely with senior brokers, producers,   and   account executives   to   ensure exceptional client service and successful deal execution.  

What are we looking for?   

Qualifications:   

• 3–5 years of experience in commercial insurance brokerage, underwriting, finance, consulting, or a related analytical field.  

• Growing   expertise   in Casualty lines  

• Ability to analyze client exposures and support the design of tailored insurance solutions.  

• Strong understanding of   Casualty   market dynamics, carrier appetite, and coverage structures.  

• Proficient   in Excel, PowerPoint, and data-driven tools; ability to produce polished, client-ready materials.  

• Active commercial insurance license  

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple   deadlines .  

• Clear,   professional,   written,   and verbal communication skills.  

• Ability to collaborate effectively across broker, underwriting, and client service teams.  

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment.  

• A team-first mindset with a willingness to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to a collaborative culture.  

Compensation and Benefits  

The expected base salary range for this role is $150,000 - $190,000 ; actual base salary will be determined based on factors including

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