Associate Broker

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

We are seeking a motivated Associate Broker to join our growing Property team in Tampa. This role is designed for individuals looking to build a long-term career in wholesale insurance brokerage and offers a unique opportunity to learn the business from experienced industry professionals while supporting a sophisticated portfolio of commercial Property accounts.

As a key member of the team, the Associate Broker will serve as the right hand to experienced Brokers, assisting with account servicing, endorsements, policy review, client solutions, carrier interactions, and new business support. Through hands-on training, structured development, and ongoing mentorship, the successful candidate will gain exposure to all aspects of the brokerage lifecycle and develop the technical, relationship management, and marketing skills needed to progress into an Inside Broker role.

Location: This role will be a fully on site position working 5 days a week in our Tampa office (3000 Bayport Drive Suite 300 Tampa, FL 33607)

What will your job entail?

Fast-Track Broker Development Opportunity:

This position is intentionally designed as a developmental role for individuals who aspire to become Brokers. Working alongside experienced Property Brokers, you will receive direct mentorship, hands-on training, and increasing levels of responsibility, allowing you to develop the technical expertise, market knowledge, and relationship-building skills necessary to advance into an Inside Broker position.

This is an excellent opportunity for a high-potential insurance professional or recent graduate looking to accelerate their career, gain exposure to complex Property risks, and become a client-facing broker in the wholesale insurance industry.

Job Responsibilities

Brokerage Support & Account Management

• Support Brokers in servicing commercial Property accounts by assisting with account management, policy administration, endorsements, renewals, and day-to-day client needs.
• Review policies, endorsements, binders, submissions, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with carrier and company standards.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in policy documentation and communicate necessary corrections to carriers, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with processing new business, renewals, endorsements, and policy changes while maintaining high service standards and operational efficiency.
• Ensure quality control across all active and expired policies, endorsements, and account documentation.

Marketing & Carrier Engagement

• Prepare professional, accurate, and error-free submissions that effectively communicate risk characteristics, coverage needs, and client objectives.
• Assist in marketing new and renewal business to carriers and gathering competitive coverage and pricing options.
• Develop working relationships with underwriters and carrier partners within the Property insurance marketplace.
• Participate in carrier discussions regarding pricing, coverage enhancements, and account strategy.
• Learn market trends, underwriting practices, and carrier appetites to support successful account placement.

Client Service & Relationship Building

• Deliver responsive, professional customer service to clients, carrier partners, and internal stakeholders throughout the policy lifecycle.
• Assist in developing creative insurance solutions that address client risk management needs.
• Collaborate with internal team members to ensure seamless execution of service, marketing, and placement activities.
• Build strong working relationships through consistent communication, follow-through, and a client-focused approach.
• Communicate coverage terms, policy changes, endorsements, and documentation updates clearly and professionally.

Professional Development & Career Progression

• Participate in a structured career development program designed to prepare high-performing team members for advancement into an Inside Broker role.
• Shadow and partner with experienced Brokers to gain hands-on exposure to client management, carrier negotiations, risk analysis, and account marketing strategies.
• Demonstrate increasing ownership of account servicing, marketing efforts, carrier communications, and client interactions as part of ongoing professional development.
• Attend carrier meetings, training sessions, and educational opportunities to expand technical knowledge and market expertise.
• Pursue licensing, industry training, and professional development opportunities to support long-term career growth within brokerage.

Required Qualifications

• Strong interest in developing a long-term career in commercial insurance brokerage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build professional relationships.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Property & Casualty License required or willingness to obtain within 45 days of hire.
• Ability to work onsite five days per week in the Tampa office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience supporting commercial Property insurance accounts.
• Exposure to underwriting, brokerage support, account management, carrier operations, or risk management.
• Internship or early-career experience within the insurance industry.
• Understanding of commercial Property insurance coverages, underwriting principles, and insurance terminology.
• Insurance designations or pursuit of professional certifications such as CPCU, CIC, ARM, or CISR.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with clients, underwriters, carriers, and business partners.

Why Join Us?

• Join a collaborative Property brokerage team with experienced industry professionals committed to mentorship and development.
• Receive extensive hands-on training and direct exposure to brokers, underwriters, and carrier partners.
• Gain experience with complex commercial Property accounts and wholesale insurance markets.
• Benefit from a clearly defined career path with advancement opportunities into an Inside Broker role.
• Build technical expertise, market knowledge, and professional relationships that will accelerate your career in insurance brokerage.
• Work alongside leaders who are invested in developing the next generation of successful brokers.

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 $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 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.