Underwriter/Broker - Wholesale

Introduction At RPS, we don’t just embrace bold ideas, we make them happen. We’re a team of entrepreneurs, big-picture thinkers, and passionate experts who thrive on possibility. Every day, we collaborate across teams, challenge convention, and push boundaries to design innovative solutions for our clients. With access to top-rated carriers and a dynamic marketplace, we bring strategy and creativity together to deliver what others might call impossible. Here, every voice counts, every perspective matters, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow. You’ll be supported by a culture that celebrates ownership, curiosity, and high performance, where you’re trusted to do your best work and encouraged to keep learning along the way. How you'll make an impact Risk Placement Services, Inc. (RPS) is one of the nation’s leading Specialty Wholesale Insurance Brokerage firms. We partner with top carriers to deliver innovative, comprehensive coverage solutions for our clients. At RPS, we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and responsiveness—and we’re looking for driven sales professionals to join our team. Why RPS? Industry Leader: Work with one of the largest specialty brokers in the Growth Opportunity: Build a rewarding career with uncapped potential. Dynamic Culture: Teamwork, innovation, and client success are at the heart of what we do. Your Role: Broker (Wholesale Insurance) As an Underwriter/Broker, you’ll be the driving force behind revenue growth—connecting Retail Agents with national markets and delivering exceptional underwriting solutions through strong carrier relationships. What You’ll Do Grow Your Book: Prospect and develop new business through networking and relationship-building with Retail Agents. Be the Expert: Develop deep knowledge of high-risk wholesale insurance solutions across product lines, industries, and risk types. Deliver Results: Analyze submissions, negotiate competitive pricing, and secure coverage for complex risks. Lead & Influence: Educate partners on RPS’s full range of solutions and, when assigned, mentor and guide support teams. Stay Ahead: Monitor market trends and carrier guidelines to ensure profitable growth. Travel as needed: Engage with clients as needed. What We’re Looking For Proven business development and relationship management skills. Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and excellent communication. A proactive, goal-driven mindset with urgency to achieve production targets. Ability to leverage data and tools to craft comprehensive insurance solutions. About You Requirements Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of related experience. Home state P&C license (or willingness to obtain within 90 days). Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Sales experience in wholesale insurance or related field preferred. Behaviors: Assignments are broad in nature and usually require originality and ingenuity. #LI-JD1 Compensation and benefits We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one! Life and accident insurance 401(K) and Roth options Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA) Educational expense reimbursement Paid parental leave Other benefits include: Digital mental health services (Talkspace) Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) Training programs Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing Charitable matching gift program And more... **The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.