Marsh McLennan

Associate Vice President, Client Service

Marsh McLennan$117K — $219K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10-15 years of experience servicing World Class Clients with increasing responsibility
  • Expert knowledge in property and casualty insurance and industry specialization
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Valid unrestricted California Fire & Casualty Solicitors license
  • Advanced insurance designations (ARM, CPCU, or CIC) required
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Responsibilities

  • Oversee ongoing account activities and ensure high service quality
  • Provide thought leadership and strategic analysis to clients
  • Develop customized complex insurance programs
  • Manage relationships with underwriters and coordinate marketing efforts
  • Lead client interactions and maintain long-term relationships
  • Facilitate new business development in collaboration with Client Sales Executive
  • Execute and manage the renewal process, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables

Benefits

  • Health and welfare benefits
  • Tuition assistance
  • 401K savings plan
  • Retirement programs
  • Employee assistance programs
Full Job Description
Senior Client Executive Services will maintain and expand upon the duties and responsibilities of the Client Executive Service position, including responsibility for retention and expansion of World Class Client accounts and participating in the procurement of new business. This position also acts as an industry expert, resource and thought leader in the Business Insurance Division while taking on expanded role in client relationships. Act as a leader for the service team members to include newer Client Executive Services, Senior Client Managers, Client Managers and Client Administrators. Coordinates Marketing and Risk & Loss colleagues as the need for their expertise occurs. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Oversee ongoing account service activities • Provide thought leadership, strategic analysis and expertise • Designs complex insurance programs including loss sensitive programs • Develops strong working relationship with underwriters and marketing • Establishes industry expertise and understanding of unique coverages • High degree of service organization and comfort working at a varying pace, managing multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously, adjusting priorities often and managing frequent interruptions • Maintain book size within the top 10% of peer group for sustained period -with consideration for book make up and complexity- with ability to manage and lead the majority of client interactions • Engage effectively in complex Claims situations • Develop strong client relationships and consistently take the lead in client interactions • Maintain CSE level responsibilities with performance above average ratings in the top tier of peer group • Manage/collect receivables in conjunction with Client Sales Executive • Meet regularly with Client Sales Executive to update, advise and inform • Coordinate activities on accounts • Review and deliver summary, proposals and policies • Lead, present and participate in meetings with clients • Maintain current Insurance Summaries on all accounts • Update Exposure Analysis Worksheets annually on all accounts. • Meet World Class Client service commitments (Pre-Renewal Meetings, Relationship Reviews, etc.) • Establish a service plan with the client and monitors the plan implementation • Build a strong relationship with the client at various levels in the organization • Participate in new business development and proposals with Client Sales Executive • Pursue opportunities to round out existing client programs with additional and/or increased lines of coverage • Coordinate coverage placement through managing the direction provided to service team • Participate in new business procurement, taking a meaningful role in analysis and presentations • Manage all facets of renewal process • Proactively coordinate with the client and Producer on strategy and planning for client renewals • Initiate client contact and orchestrate renewal strategy meetings • Ability to facilitate or create relevant benchmarking and analytics appropriate for client • Oversee of collection of renewal underwriting information and process of preparing and updating underwriting specifications • Coordinate coverage placement through instructions provided to Marketing • Review and deliver binders, invoices, etc. • Advise, inform and involve Client Sales Executive, as required in marketing process • Prepare and deliver proposals • Prepare all orders and instructions to the service team • Manage expiration lists • Ensure renewal timelines are met and timely delivery of policies • Ensure file maintenance and documentation of client communication and account issues • Act as a leader for the service team members. • Create an environment oriented to trust, open communication, and cohesive team effort • Demonstrate a positive approach and ability to work effectively with diverse personalities • Facilitate problem solving and collaboration when faced with client difficulties • Focus the team on the internal and external client requirements, familiarizing them with client specifications, work procedures and processes, quality standards, techniques and tools to support task performance • Provide necessary business information to enhance the team's professional development • Ensure deliverables are prepared to satisfy client requirements, cost and schedule • Work closely with department Manager and Director of Client Services to obtain necessary resources to support the team's requirements, discuss project impediments, and to escalate issues that cannot be resolved by the team • Excellent communications skills and ability to provide clear and understandable explanations of complicated coverage or program structures to clients in both written and oral form • Independent decision making and excellent judgement in addressing and servicing client and team needs • Project management skills to organize resources • Establish and consistently maintain effective and positive working relationships with colleagues and clients. Education and/or Experience • Successful work history to include 10-15 years of service with World Class Clients and history of increasing levels of responsibility directly related to the performance of the above duties • Expert knowledge in the property and casualty marketing place to include unique industry specialization, education and professional development associations • Bachelor's degree strongly preferred • Maintain a valid unrestricted California Fire & Casualty Solicitors license and a valid Driver's license • Achieve and maintain advanced insurance designations applicable to the above duties such as ARM, CPCU or CIC designations • Excellent understanding of insurance terminology, trends and factor influencing the industry, and the various lines of commercial insurance • Advanced skills with MS Office Software (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) • Prioritize tasks, set and achieve goals, think logically in solving problems and present results neatly, with clarity and precision in both oral and written form • Ability to present complicated information to a variety of interest groups in a clear and unambiguous way, connecting with the group in terms of style and content Work Environment & Physical Demands • Ability to use computer keyboard and sit in a stationary position for extended periods as well as the use of office equipment such as fax and copy machines, and telephones • Work is performed in a typical interior/office work environment • Travel to client sites will be required. Usually travel is within driving distance, but may occasionally consist of a 1 to 2 night stay #LI-DNI The applicable base salary range for this role is $117,900 to $219,800. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs. Applications will be accepted until: July 20, 2026

About Marsh McLennan

Marsh McLennan Careers

Join the exceptional team at Marsh McLennan, a global leader in professional services, offering unparalleled job opportunities in insurance, risk management, and consultancy. As the company propels forward, it invites dedicated professionals to contribute to a culture of innovation, leadership, and growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Marsh McLennan, you will engage with complex challenges that push the boundaries of your skills and knowledge. Our team thrives on diversity and the shared goal of delivering impactful solutions to our clients worldwide. By joining us, you will be part of a culture that values diversity training and leadership development, ensuring every team member is equipped for success.

Explore Professional Growth

Marsh McLennan is committed to the professional growth of its employees. Whether you are seeking a position that offers a path to leadership or looking for robust internship programs to kickstart your career, Marsh McLennan provides the resources and global platform to propel your ambitions into achievements. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and continuous professional development of all staff, from entry-level to senior leadership roles.

Innovative Work Environment

Our company is at the forefront of industry innovation. The collaboration between experienced professionals and fresh talent generates dynamic solutions that keep Marsh McLennan at the cutting edge of the industry. Our team is encouraged to lead with creativity and embrace new ideas, driving the company’s legacy of pioneering industry-first solutions.

Join Our Team

Marsh McLennan is hiring! Explore the multitude of job opportunities on our careers page, from strategic advisory roles to operational excellence positions. We look for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Enhance your career with Marsh McLennan, where your skills will be honed through challenging projects and high-impact strategies.

Networking and Career Advancement

Networking at Marsh McLennan opens doors to enriching connections and countless opportunities within the industry. Our professionals benefit from an environment that fosters networking through events, professional groups, and collaborative projects. With Marsh McLennan, career advancement is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

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Learn more about Marsh McLennan
Size
83,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2 billion
Founded
1914
5 Year Trend
+8.5%
Revenue
$17.2 billion
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