Lockton

Account Executive - Real Estate & Hospitality

Lockton$80K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years of experience in Client services
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • In-depth knowledge of the brokerage industry and current regulatory trends
  • Ability to manage ongoing education and training requirements
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Act as primary strategic advisor and client contact for designated accounts
  • Oversee annual renewal strategy, marketing, and insurance placements
  • Create long-term risk management and insurance strategies aligned to client goals
  • Lead and manage a team of Account Managers and Assistant Account Managers
  • Facilitate executive-level meetings for strategic planning and renewals
  • Coordinate client accounting functions related to insurance programs
  • Drive innovation using technology and analytics to improve client experience

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop junior team members
  • Exposure to advanced technology and data analytics tools
  • Potential for career growth through leadership roles
  • Access to a wealth of resources for client servicing and support
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

Lockton is seeking a strategic, consultative Account Executive to lead complex real estate and hospitality client relationships. The Account Executive serves as the primary advisor to clients, leads renewal strategy and insurance placements, manages the service team, and coordinates resources across Lockton specialty practices. This role combines executive relationship management, technical insurance expertise, business consulting, data analytics, and team leadership to deliver exceptional client outcomes.

Account Servicing and Support
• Serve as the strategic advisor and primary client contact for assigned accounts.
• Lead annual renewal strategy, marketing, negotiations, and placement for Property, Casualty and specialty coverages.
• Develop long-term risk financing and insurance strategies aligned with client business objectives.
• Lead Account Managers and Assistant Account Managers while coordinating claims, loss control, analytics, surety and specialty practices.
• Present executive-level stewardship, renewal and strategic planning meetings.
• Support acquisitions, lender requirements, contract review, due diligence and insurance program integration.
• Develop complete premium allocation models across ownership entities, lenders, investors, operating companies and managed properties.
• Understand and coordinate the accounting functions unique to real estate insurance programs including premium allocations, invoicing, reconciliations, lender allocations and financial coordination with client accounting teams.
• Develop carrier strategy, negotiate coverage enhancements and maintain senior market relationships.
• Leverage analytics, catastrophe modeling, benchmarking and portfolio data to improve client decisions and renewal outcomes.
• Champion innovation through technology, AI-enabled tools and the Lockton Sage Intelligence Platform to enhance consulting and client experience.
• Mentor and develop junior associates while fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities and support new business growth.

Job Requirements / Competencies & Key Behaviors:
• Strategic Leadership
• Business Acumen
• Customer Focu
• Executive Communication
• Decision Making
• Planning & Organization
• Technical Insurance Expertise
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Coaching & Team Development
• Driving Result
• Emotional Intelligence
• Adaptability

Requirements:

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field and/or years of experience equivalent
  • Typically more than 7 years of Client services experience is required
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills required
  • Demonstrates strong working knowledge and experience within brokerage industry
  • Understands industry trends and governmental regulations
  • Ability to complete continuing education requirements as needed
  • Ability to attend company, department, and team meetings as required, including industry training sessions
  • Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures, proactively protecting confidentiality of Client and company information
  • Ability to efficiently organize work and manage time in order to meet deadlines
  • Ability to travel by automobile and aircraft
  • Ability to use office equipment such as a computer, keyboard, calculator, photocopier, and facsimile machine
  • Ability to work on a computer for a prolonged amount of time
  • Ability to work outside of normal business hours as needed
  • Legally able to work in the United States

About Lockton

Lockton Companies is the world's largest privately held insurance brokerage firm, providing insurance, risk management, employee benefits and retirement services. The company was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Lockton has more than 7,500 associates in over 100 offices worldwide. The company serves clients in a variety of industries, including construction, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, real estate, and technology. Lockton is known for its innovative solutions and exceptional customer service.
Learn more about Lockton
Size
7,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1966

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