Commercial Broker

Job Title: Commercial Broker

Location: Hybrid role, based out of Warrenville, IL office (27475 Ferry Rd #131, Warrenville, IL 60555)

Position Type: Full-time, Exempt (Salary)

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000

About the Company

Based out of Irvine, California, R.E. Chaix & Associates Insurance Brokers is a wholesale insurance brokerage, licensed in 50 states and specializing in P&C, Professional Liability, Workers’ Comp, Environmental, Marine, Garage, Commercial Auto, Personal Lines, Oil & Gas, Cannabis, and Special Programs. Founded in 1987 as a one-man operation, the company has since grown to over $100 million in premium volume and maintains a reputation for exceptional service and contracting with quality admitted & non-admitted markets for independent agents.

About the Role

This is a full-time hybrid role based out of Warrenville, IL. We are seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Broker to join our team. The Broker will market and place wholesale and excess & surplus commercial risks, working with retail agents to structure coverage solutions across multiple lines of business. Daily responsibilities include reviewing submissions, collaborating with underwriters, negotiating terms and pricing, preparing quotes and proposals, and managing renewals and policy changes. The role also involves building and maintaining strong agent relationships, providing responsive customer service, monitoring market trends, and ensuring compliance with carrier and regulatory requirements. The broker will work closely with internal teams to support efficient account handling, documentation, and follow-up from first quote through binding and ongoing service.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with retail insurance agents.

· Market new and renewal business to insurance carriers and wholesalers.

· Negotiate coverage, pricing, and terms to secure the best solutions for clients.

· Review applications, loss runs, and underwriting information to evaluate risks.

· Prepare and present quotes while explaining coverage options.

· Manage accounts from submission through binding and policy issuance.

· Follow up on outstanding quotes and renewal opportunities.

· Meet or exceed production and revenue goals.

· Collaborate with Broker Assistants, Underwriters, and carrier representatives to ensure timely service.

· Stay current on industry trends, carrier appetites, and E&S market conditions.

Qualifications

· Strong knowledge of commercial P&C coverages and E&S markets.

· Proven ability to build client relationships and generate new business.

· Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office and agency management systems.

Required Qualifications

· Active Property & Casualty Insurance License.

· 3+ years wholesale/MGA experience.

Benefits

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

· 401(k) with company match.

· Paid Time Off and paid holidays.

· Company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary benefits.

· Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Culture: We proud ourselves as a company in maintaining a communicative and team-oriented workplace environment as a remote-based company.

Career Path: We offer all employees a career path through multiple disciplines as they progress in their careers depending on their professional interests. We are very proud of our longstanding internal policy to promote from within whenever possible.

Retention: We are very proud of our record of retaining employees’ long term. This is based on our philosophy, “Give employees all of the necessary tools to grow professionally and treat them so well that they will always want to grow within.”.