Account Executive

Position Summary

We are seeking an Account Executive to support a growing commercial auto and transportation book of business. This opportunity is well suited for an insurance professional who has developed a strong foundation in commercial auto, ideally within trucking, and is ready to take the next step in their career with increased responsibility for renewals and account management.

The Account Executive will partner closely with brokers to support new and renewal business, prepare market submissions, evaluate account information, coordinate with internal teams, and help deliver responsive service to clients and trading partners.

Prior underwriting experience is valuable but is not required. Candidates who have built strong commercial auto knowledge in an underwriting assistant or similar capacity and are ready to develop into greater renewal ownership are encouraged to apply.

What will your job entail?

• Manage and support the renewal process for assigned accounts, working closely with brokers to evaluate coverage needs, prepare accounts for market, and help support client retention.
• Support commercial auto and transportation business, applying knowledge of the segment to understand account exposures and assist with renewal strategy.
• Prepare market submissions, quote cover letters, proposals, and other documentation for new and renewal opportunities.
• Review applications, quotes, coverage documents, and account information for completeness and accuracy.
• Develop an understanding of individual accounts and proactively identify information needed to move submissions and renewals forward.
• Partner with brokers on new business strategies and assist with proposals and presentations for prospective clients.
• Build strong working relationships with brokers, underwriters, clients, and internal partners while developing a broader understanding of brokerage operations.
• Evaluate account information and potential risks while ensuring work complies with applicable regulations, internal policies, and established guidelines.
• Maintain accurate account and client information within internal systems and ensure documentation meets established quality and service standards.
• Leverage account and portfolio information to help brokers identify trends and opportunities within the book of business.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure contractual and service obligations are met.
• Partner with Premium Accounting and other stakeholders to help resolve invoicing issues and communicate regarding notices of cancellation.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2–3 years of commercial auto insurance experience preferred , ideally involving trucking or transportation risks.
• Experience as an Underwriting Assistant, Senior Underwriting Assistant, Underwriter, Account Manager, Account Executive, or in a comparable commercial insurance role may be relevant depending on the individual's exposure to commercial auto.
• Working knowledge of commercial auto or trucking accounts strongly preferred.
• Direct underwriting experience is preferred but not required ; candidates with a strong technical foundation and demonstrated readiness to take on greater renewal responsibility will be considered.
• Hazmat-specific experience is not required .
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to review account information and documentation for accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with brokers and internal business partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in expanding technical insurance knowledge and taking on increasing account responsibility.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business Administration, Risk Management, Sales, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent relevant insurance experience may also be considered.

Licenses & Certifications

• Appropriate state Property & Casualty and/or surplus lines licenses as required for the position.
• CISR, CIL, or other relevant insurance designation preferred.

Work Arrangement

This position may be performed remotely. Candidates located in the Denver area who are able to work from the office are welcomed, but in-office attendance is not required.

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 $68,800.00 - $86,000.00 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

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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.

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