Producer

Howden is seeking a Producer to join its Life Sciences practice in Philadelphia. This role is responsible for generating new business, managing an existing book of life sciences accounts, and building relationships with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and other life sciences clients and carrier partners.

New Business Development

• Identify, pursue, and close new business within the life sciences sector, including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and clinical research organizations
• Develop and execute a prospecting strategy leveraging referral networks, carrier relationships, industry associations, and market research specific to the life sciences space
• Prepare and deliver proposals, presentations, and renewal strategies addressing complex coverage needs, including product liability, clinical trials, and professional/technology liability exposures

Account Management

• Maintain and grow an assigned book of life sciences business
• Coordinate with account executives, underwriters, and claims teams to service client accounts
• Conduct periodic account reviews to identify coverage gaps, cross-sell opportunities, and retention risks specific to evolving regulatory and product-development exposures

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain relationships with carrier partners, underwriters, and specialty market contacts serving the life sciences industry
• Represent Howden at industry events, trade associations, and client functions related to life sciences and biotech
• Stay current on market trends, regulatory developments, and competitor activity within the life sciences insurance segment

Requirements

• Active Property & Casualty producer license in Pennsylvania (or ability to obtain within a defined period)
• Demonstrated track record of new business production within the life sciences or related specialty insurance segment
• Established network of referral sources and/or carrier relationships within the life sciences industry
• Strong working knowledge of coverage lines relevant to life sciences, including product liability, clinical trials liability, and professional/technology liability
• Professional designations (CIC, CPCU, CRM, or equivalent) preferred but not required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to prospective and existing clients

Compensation and Benefits

• The expected base salary range for this role is $150,000 - $400,000; actual base salary will be determined based on factors including candidate experience and work location
• In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is eligible to participate in a commission-based incentive program
• 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