Account Executive

RT Specialty, a division of Ryan Specialty, is a leading wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products and services. Our experienced brokers are specialized in property, casualty, professional lines, transportation and workers’ compensation, providing creative solutions to retail brokerage firms. We define ourselves through our superior execution on behalf of our clients, which has established us as a leader in the industry.

Position Summary

The Account Executive supports our wholesale brokerage team helping place and manage complex Property & Casualty risks with a focus within the habitational business verticals (non‑construction). The role assists with new business and renewal submissions, trade execution, and the review of policies and invoices, while ensuring regulatory compliance. Working closely with internal teams, the Account Executive stays informed on market trends and provides insights that support effective placements and strong broker and agent relationships.
Location: The ideal candidate would work a hybrid schedule out of either our Jericho or NYC office but remote opportunities are available for the right candidate.

What will your job entail?

As an Account Executive, you’ll support the broker team across the full account lifecycle, including renewals, new business, and day-to-day client service:

• Prepare accounts for new business and renewal processes, initiating renewal reviews to help deliver optimal coverage and support client retention
• Assist brokers with market submissions, quote cover letters, proposals, and presentations
• Review policies, endorsements, invoices, and carrier documents to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Support renewals and help generate new business through referrals
• Evaluate and help mitigate risk exposures while ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal guidelines
• Maintain accurate data and documentation within internal systems
• Generate reports and insights on account performance and portfolio trends
• Partner with internal teams (including Premium Accounting) to resolve invoicing issues and manage notices of cancellation
• Build strong relationships internally and externally, contributing to a team-oriented, high-work-ethic culture

Required Qualifications:

• Experience supporting brokers or account managers in a retail or wholesale brokerage environment
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Comfortable working on multiple accounts and deadlines simultaneously
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Property & Casualty license or willingness to obtain their license
• 3+ years of experience in the insurance industry (P&C strongly preferred)
• Experience within the habitational vertical
• Bachelor’s degree (Risk Management, Business, Sales, etc.)
• Experience with AIM, ImageRight, Microsoft Office/Outlook/Teams

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. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

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.

The target salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 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. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/. 

 

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected] 

 

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.