National Real Estate Practice Lead
Location:
NY - Valhalla
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About USI
USI is an Insurance Brokerage and Consulting firm that delivers property and casualty, employee benefits, personal risk, program and retirement solutions to large risk management clients, middle market companies, smaller firms and individuals. We are a leading national middle market broker with close to $3 billion in revenue, and have uniquely invested in tools and resources to aid our associates in their success. USI has more than 10,000+ dedicated and innovative professionals in over 200 offices. USI has become a premier insurance brokerage and consulting firm by leveraging the USI ONE Advantage®, an interactive platform that integrates proprietary and innovative client solutions, networked local resources and expertise, and enterprise-wide collaboration to deliver customized results with positive, bottom line impact. USI attracts best-in-class industry talent with a long history of deep and continuing investment in our local communities. For more information, visit usi.com.
The National Real Estate Practice Leader is a key member of our Industry Vertical Leaders team focusing on these areas: Knowledge Transfer, Field Engagement, Innovation and Leading Through Thought / Branding.
Responsibilities:
- Creating content for USI’s OMNI platform, providing Thought Leadership & institutionalizing knowledge for all colleagues to use.
- Innovation of Product and Solutions for the Real Estate vertical; Seeking market and coverage exclusive solutions for USI.
- Identification of associations and centers of influence (COI) for producer engagement and participation, providing opportunities for producers to expand network and visibility to drive sales opportunities.
- Providing career pathing and technical knowledge for producers and account teams.
- Providing strategic advice on client solutions to help advance and close business; and on an ongoing basis being a strategic advisor on account management and innovation to retain clients.
- USI One Academy Facilitation - lead and execute effective Real Estate sessions for Producers to enhance their knowledge in this vertical.
- Assist in developing sales and marketing strategies along with communications to optimize USI’s position in Real Estate.
- Proactively represent USI through Association participation, speaking engagements, creating content (articles/blogs), hosting Webinars & in-person roundtables for Regional clients and prospects, conference attendance & support, community involvement & USI Market Outlook updates
- Regional needs assessment, actively engage with Regional PC Practice Leaders to identify, source and participate in recruiting Producer candidates, assist with M&A opportunities to identify additional talent, additional offerings or exclusives.
10-15 years industry experience required
Ability to translate and present complex information in simplified terms to a wide range of audiences
Consultative, positive, and resourceful approach to engaging with Prospects, Clients & Associates
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Ability to manage and lead by influence and facilitation skills
Highly developed organization & time management skills
Effective written & verbal communication skills
Prior Coaching / Mentoring experience a plus
Ability to travel up to 30%
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USI is committed to providing a full-suite of competitive benefits for our growing population and its diverse needs. We offer a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs. USI also offers a generous paid time off policy, paid family leave benefit as well as paid holiday time.
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