Associate Broker, Wholesale Property & Casualty
Position Summary
The Associate Broker is an entry-level brokerage role designed for individuals seeking an accelerated path to becoming a Commercial Property & Casualty Broker. Working alongside experienced brokers and industry professionals, this role provides extensive hands-on mentorship, real-time market exposure, and direct involvement in client-facing transactions.
Key Responsibilities
Brokerage & Client Support: Support brokers in the placement and servicing of commercial property accounts, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely execution of deliverables. Review policies, endorsements, binders, and related documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company and carrier requirements.
Prepare clear, accurate, and professional submissions that effectively communicate client exposures and coverage requirements to underwriting partners. Assist in the marketing of new and renewal business by gathering information, preparing submissions, and coordinating with carriers. Help manage the quote-to-bind process, including issuing quotes, binders, and related documentation.
Market & Carrier Engagement: Develop relationships with carrier partners and gain exposure to carrier negotiations, coverage analysis, and market strategy discussions. Analyze insurance programs, coverage options, and underwriting information to support placement recommendations. Participate in the negotiation of pricing, terms, and coverage solutions under the guidance of senior brokers. Support the placement of both new business opportunities and increasingly complex renewal accounts as responsibilities grow.
Relationship Management: Deliver responsive, high-quality service to clients, carrier partners, and internal stakeholders. Communicate policy updates, corrections, and coverage information clearly and professionally. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience and successful account outcomes. Build and maintain productive relationships with key industry and internal business partners.
Professional Development: Participate in structured training, mentorship, and coaching opportunities designed to support progression into a Broker role. Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning through licensing, professional development courses, and industry education. Develop expertise in commercial property insurance, market dynamics, client service, and brokerage best practices.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Strong interest in building a career in commercial insurance, risk management, brokerage, underwriting, or financial services.
Willingness to work full time on site in our Boca Raton office.
Active P&C license or willingness to obtain within the first 45 days of employment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to obtain and maintain required Property & Casualty and/or Surplus Lines licenses as required by the role.
Preferred Qualifications
One or more years of experience in commercial insurance, wholesale brokerage, underwriting, client service, sales, account management, or a related field.
Exposure to commercial property insurance products and coverage concepts.
Insurance internships, coursework, professional designations, or licensing progress.
Experience working with client-facing communications, negotiations, or relationship management.
Interest in developing toward a producer or broker career path.
Why Join This Team?
Accelerated career path with a clear opportunity to develop into a Broker role. Direct mentorship from experienced commercial property brokerage professionals. Immediate exposure to active client opportunities and market-facing responsibilities. Opportunity to work on complex commercial property accounts and renewals. Collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on learning, growth, and professional development. Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding Commercial Property practice with significant opportunity for career advancement.
Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities.
How We Support Our Teammates
Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.
Target Salary Range
The target salary range for this position is $54,250.00 - $60,000.00 annually. The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.