Willis Towers Watson

Manager, Insurance Services

Willis Towers Watson$120K — $165K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in Fixed Insurance Brokerage or broker-dealer environments, understanding regulatory and operational requirements.
  • Strong knowledge of insurance products and Fixed Insurance regulations.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical/problem-solving skills with experience in complex challenges.
  • Proven leadership in managing and developing high-performing teams.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field; active insurance licenses and FINRA qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of Licensed Insurance Brokers, providing supervision and support.
  • Set performance expectations and conduct regular reviews for team members.
  • Cultivate a culture of integrity and client-focused service.
  • Handle escalated client issues and ensure satisfaction metrics are monitored.
  • Proactively identify and manage risks related to service and operations.
  • Monitor team performance metrics and implement improvements.
  • Communicate effectively across the organization, fostering transparency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off policies including annual vacation and paid holidays.
  • Retirement plans including a 401k and contributory pension plan.
  • Access to various support programs such as employee assistance and wellbeing resources.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role

As Manager, Insurance Services, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day leadership, oversight, and performance management of a team of Licensed Insurance Brokers. This role ensures that all insurance activities are conducted in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, company policies, and industry best practices, while driving professional development, ethical conduct, and client-focused outcomes.

Lead And Develop Your Team
  • Supervise, coach, and support a team of Licensed Insurance Brokers (LIBs).
  • Establish clear performance expectations and conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and development planning.
  • Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, collaboration, and client-centric service.
  • Promote professional development and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
  • Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and retention of insurance professionals.

Drive Service Excellence
  • Act as an escalation point for complex client issues, service concerns, or conflicts.
  • Monitor client satisfaction metrics, feedback, and service trends, and implement corrective actions where needed.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate supervisory, operational, and reputational risks.
  • Ensure consistent application of regulatory standards of care.
  • Reinforce a culture where exceptional service is viewed as a core responsibility, not just a performance metric.

Business and Performance Management
  • Monitor individual and team performance metrics, including production, growth, retention, and client satisfaction.
  • Support LIBs in implementing sales and client service strategies aligned with company goals.
  • Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency, risk management, and the client experience.

Communicate with Impact
  • Engage effectively with colleagues at all levels and across functions
  • Foster transparency and open dialogue
  • Deliver feedback that drives performance and development

Stay Ahead
  • Keep current on regulatory changes, industry trends, and emerging best practices
  • Pursue ongoing professional development
  • Seek and act on feedback to continuously enhance your impact


Qualifications

The Qualifications

Experience and Expertise
  • 7+ years working in Fixed Insurance Brokerage, and/or broker-dealer environments, with deep understanding of regulatory distinctions and operational requirements
  • Strong working knowledge of Insurance products
  • Solid grasp of Fixed Insurance rules and regulations

Skills and Capabilities
  • Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of tackling complex challenges
  • Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Education and Licenses
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field
  • FINRA Series 7, 63, 65 and/or 66, and 24 licenses.
  • Active state insurance licensing


Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).

Compensation

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $120,000- $165,000 USD per year. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.

Company Benefits

WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):
  • Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
  • Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). All Level 38 and more senior roles may also be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans.

About Willis Towers Watson

Willis Towers Watson is a global insurance and risk management company that provides a range of services to clients in more than 140 countries. The company was formed in 2016 through the merger of Willis Group Holdings and Towers Watson & Co. Willis Towers Watson offers a range of insurance products, including property and casualty insurance, life insurance, and health insurance. The company also provides risk management and consulting services, including actuarial services, investment consulting, and human capital consulting. Willis Towers Watson is known for its expertise in risk management and its ability to help clients navigate complex insurance and regulatory environments.
Learn more about Willis Towers Watson
Size
46,000 employees
Market Cap
$26.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$996 million
Founded
1828
5 Year Trend
+2.7%
Revenue
$9.3 billion
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