Description
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.
The Vice President, Broker plays a key role in supporting and independently managing portions of Casualty 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.
Responsibilities:
- Handle the placement and servicing of Casualty 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 conditions
- Review policies for accuracy and coordinate corrections, endorsements, or revisions with carriers
- Support Casualty 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
Requirements:
- 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 candidate experience and work location
- In addition to a competitive base salary, employees are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursement accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible Paid Time Off and paid parental leave
- Life and Disability insurance