Managing Director

ResponsibilitiesBurns & Wilcox is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking leader to drive strong and sustainable growth in our Log Angeles region. The Managing Director will lead, develop, and oversee the overall performance of the Woodland Hills and downtown Los Angeles offices. This position will focus on developing strategies for profitability, growth, and retention of business within the assigned region. The successful candidate will have previous experience as a transformational team leader in the insurance industry.Responsibilities: Effectively lead and manage the employees of the Woodland Hills and down town Los Angeles offices, including a team of Underwriter and Broker producers, and support staffPlay a key leadership role in the dynamic growth of a highly successful and consistently profitable companyResponsible for team and performance management including developing, training, mentoring, and retaining talent in sales and serviceAttract and retain top talent by driving the selection, hiring, and promotion of employees in the business unitDefine and monitor successful sales and marketing strategiesManage relationships with retail agents and underwriter/broker producersResponsible for office Profit & LossPartner with a service-oriented corporate headquarters teamSupervise execution of company underwriting guidelines, corporate policy and procedures, and compliance with contract termsManage the overall operations of the offices driving consistency and quality in all processes; including all aspects of new business opportunities, renewal reviews, marketing procedures, training, and staffingQualificationsQualifications:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceMinimum 7 years of experience as a sales team leader including direct management experienceMinimum 10 years of multi-line underwriting/production experience, excess & surplus experience preferredDemonstrated ability to lead, influence and motivate a teamAbility to develop and manage strong relations with clients, carriers and third partiesDemonstrated proficiency in sales and marketingProven organization skills and ability with a strong attention to detailInsurance license, CPCU, CIC or comparable designations preferredCompensation PackageCompetitive compensation package including base salary and bonus earning potentialFlexible and hybrid work optionsEmployer paid professional development, including continuing insurance education courses, designations, certifications, and licensesHealth and welfare benefits include medical, vision, and dental401k with employer matchPaid vacation, sick time, and holidaysSalary range $250,000-$350,000/Annually + bonusAbout Our CompanyBurns & Wilcox is the nation’s largest independent wholesale insurance broker and underwriting manager. In 1969, the late Herbert W. Kaufman recognized an opportunity to fill a void in the industry by establishing Burns & Wilcox as a wholesale brokerage and underwriting organization that would provide brokers and agents with unique access to a variety of insurance markets and help place their specialty risks.Today under the leadership of Mr. Kaufman’s son, Alan Jay Kaufman, that entrepreneurial spirit is thriving as Burns & Wilcox offers comprehensive solutions for retail insurance agents of all sizes, from the large alphabet houses to the more than 30,000 brokers and agent partners worldwide. We invite you to consider joining our winning team!Equal Opportunity EmployerThe H.W. Kaufman Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status or condition protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.In addition, Kaufman will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.#LI-EG1Job SummaryCategory: ManagementJob Type: Regular Full-TimeCompany: Burns & WilcoxID: 2026-9194Remote: No