Job Location : Decatur,IL, USA
Introduction
Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.
We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you're close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.
Overview
Please note: The Achieve Program start date is January 2025. Early starts may occur based on business needs.
Are you ready to kick-start your career or transition into a stable industry that is committed to your professional growth? Look no further! Join us at Gallagher and fast-track your career from a Client Service Associate to a Client Service Manager through our Achieve Program.
This is an 18-month structured learning and development program that will equip upcoming and recent college graduates, as well as career changers, with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the world of insurance brokering and risk management. All hours spent in training are hours worked and are paid competitively. This is a full-time role with a hybrid work schedule. You will have in-office days and remote days determined by the location.
How you'll make an impact
Every day presents new challenges, ensuring your work remains dynamic and engaging. As a program participant, you will:
* Work cross-functionally to provide exceptional service to various internal and external clients
* Support workflow processes by creating documents, certificates, and reports using innovative systems and resources
* Contribute to our growth by handling new business applications and fostering strong client relationships through routine calls and correspondence
* Play a crucial role in marketing efforts by compiling information for high-quality and accurate Request for Proposal responses
* Proactively research and resolve routine issues, and raise matters to appropriate parties as needed
In addition, you will participate in web-based and in-person seminars to expand your industry knowledge and work towards attaining your Property & Casualty license and Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist designation.
As your experience and expertise grow, you will play a meaningful role in helping clients navigate challenges and find coverage solutions that align with their budgets. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting clients during unexpected losses, ensuring their businesses continue to thrive.
About You
Minimum Requirements:
* High School Diploma/GED
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) to build, refine, and transmit documents seamlessly
* Strong technological proficiency enabling you to use various software for efficient task completion
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with clients and colleagues
* Flexibility to travel to our home office in Rolling Meadows, IL once during the program. Rest assured, all travel expenses will be covered by Gallagher
* Successful completion of the Property & Casualty license exam within 90 days of your start date for continued employment in this role
Nice-to-Haves:
* Associate's or Bachelor's degree
* Previous internship or work experience
* Knowledge of or curiosity about the insurance brokering and risk management industry
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Compensation and benefits
On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
* Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
* Life and accident insurance
* 401(K) and Roth options
* Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
* Educational expense reimbursement
* Paid parental leave
Other benefits include:
* Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
* Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
* Training programs
* Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
* Charitable matching gift program
* And more...
We value inclusion and diversity
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Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.
Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as protected characteristics ) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher 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.