Account Executive

About the role

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

Join a growing Construction & Environmental team supporting clients in some of the most specialized areas of commercial insurance. This role is ideal for either a recent Risk Management & Insurance (RMI) graduate looking to launch their insurance career or an insurance professional with several years of experience seeking to deepen their expertise in specialty risks.

Reporting to an experienced team leader, you'll play a key role in supporting brokers, preparing submissions, managing client accounts, and building relationships with carrier partners. You'll gain hands-on exposure to construction, environmental, contractor, and liability placements while developing the technical and client-facing skills needed for long-term career growth.

This team is located in Hamilton, NJ working a hybrid model.

What You'll Do

• Support brokers throughout the new business and renewal process
• Prepare marketing submissions, quote comparisons, proposals, and client materials
• Review policy documents, endorsements, audits, invoices, and coverage details for accuracy
• Coordinate with carrier underwriters, clients, and internal stakeholders to facilitate account servicing and placement activities
• Analyze risks, loss information, and coverage requirements to support strategic placement decisions
• Assist with renewal strategy development and identify opportunities to enhance coverage solutions
• Maintain accurate account information and documentation within internal systems
• Monitor upcoming renewals, outstanding items, and policy deliverables to ensure exceptional client service
• Develop expertise in construction and environmental insurance products, market trends, and carrier capabilities
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on delivering technical excellence and client value

What We're Looking For

We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including

• Recent graduates with a Bachelor's degree in Risk Management & Insurance, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Insurance professionals with approximately 1 to 7+ years of experience in brokerage, underwriting, account management, claims, or client services

Successful candidates will bring

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate information and solve problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Curiosity and desire to build expertise in specialty insurance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Risk Management & Insurance strongly preferred
• Prior insurance internship or insurance-related work experience is a plus
• Progress toward or interest in professional designations (CPCU, ARM, CISR, etc.) is encouraged
• Ability to obtain and maintain required insurance licensing

Additional information

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. 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.

Pay and benefits

The target salary range for this position is $56,000.00 - $70,000.00 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.

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.