Principal - Insurance Agency Leadership

Job Description

We are looking for an accomplished insurance expert to take on a leadership role within a growing, multi-line independent agency. This position offers the chance to drive strategic initiatives, foster revenue growth, and lead a high-performing team. If you are a results-oriented leader with a strong background in the insurance industry and a commitment to providing exceptional client service, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and operational efficiency.

• Create and implement strategic plans aimed at expanding markets, diversifying product offerings, and driving overall growth.

• Lead sales initiatives by identifying prospects, preparing quotes, and closing new business opportunities.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, referral partners, and carrier representatives.

• Monitor financial performance, manage budgets, and oversee commission structures.

• Drive client engagement through onboarding, training programs, and retention strategies.

• Partner with executive leadership to develop marketing initiatives and strengthen the agency's brand presence.

• Undertake regular travel, accounting for approximately 50% of the role's responsibilities.• Proven track record of leadership experience in the insurance industry, ideally as an Agency Principal, Owner, or General Manager.

• Active insurance licenses, including Property & Casualty, Life & Health, and Surplus Lines.

• Strong strategic thinking abilities paired with solid business acumen.

• Excellent skills in communication, negotiation, and team building.

• Proficiency in agency management systems and related platforms.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience managing a diverse portfolio across multiple insurance carriers.

• Familiarity with Agile Scrum, coding, PMP certification, and content management systems (CMS) is a plus.

Full-time