Business Development Manager - Commercial Insurance (Distribution Manager) — Swiss Re
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 14 days ago
Role overview
CHICAGO, IL -- HYBRID
Ready to own broker relationships, shape go-to-market strategy, and drive meaningful growth in the commercial insurance space?
If you're a commercially driven leader who thrives on building partnerships and making a visible market impact — this is your moment.
- CHICAGO, IL -- HYBRID
- Ready to own broker relationships, shape go-to-market strategy, and drive meaningful growth in the commercial insurance space?
- Key Responsibilities: Market & Broker Growth
- Own and grow a portfolio of key broker relationships across your region, building trust and long-term partnerships
Main responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities: Market & Broker Growth
- Own and grow a portfolio of key broker relationships across your region, building trust and long-term partnerships
- Build and convert a high-quality deal pipeline with a sharp focus on multi-line solutions
- Influence placement strategy on large, complex deals to drive favorable outcomes Strategy & Market Impact
- Shape and execute your regional go-to-market strategy aligned with Swiss Re Corporate Solutions' growth ambitions
- Identify whitespace opportunities and drive targeted growth campaigns to unlock new revenue streams
- Position Swiss Re as the preferred partner across managed brokers through consistent market engagement Internal Leadership & Deal Enablement
- Connect brokers with underwriting, claims, and product teams to unlock deal success and deliver tailored solutions
- Act as a quarterback across functions, driving execution and alignment on priority opportunities
- Leverage data and insights to inform strategy, track performance, and sharpen decision-making About the Team
Application process
- We may use AI-powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position.
- These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people.
- To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying. corso
- Keywords: distribution, commercial insurance, account management, BD Reference Code: 138226
- If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.
Company and context
- You're energized by complex challenges, thrive in collaborative environments, and know how to influence outcomes across a matrixed organization.
- We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:
- 10+ years of commercial insurance experience , with a strong background in business development, sales, or broker distribution
- Deep knowledge of commercial insurance products , including property, executive lines, international programs, and alternative risk solutions
- Proven ability to originate opportunities and influence deal outcomes on large, complex transactions within the commercial insurance market
- Bachelor's degree required , preferably in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field These are strong assets we value:
- An established and active broker network with a demonstrated ability to leverage relationships to originate and convert high-value opportunities — this is a significant differentiator for success in this role
- A strategic mindset with a strong commercial focus , including experience identifying whitespace, driving market expansion, and executing revenue growth initiatives
- Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills , with the confidence to navigate complex internal and external relationships at senior levels
- A data-driven approach to decision-making , with the ability to translate market insights and analytics into clear, actionable strategy
Additional details
- Key Responsibilities: Market & Broker Growth
- Influence placement strategy on large, complex deals to drive favorable outcomes Strategy & Market Impact
- Position Swiss Re as the preferred partner across managed brokers through consistent market engagement Internal Leadership & Deal Enablement
- Leverage data and insights to inform strategy, track performance, and sharpen decision-making
- Here, your ideas matter, your relationships count, and your impact is visible.
- Bachelor's degree required , preferably in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field These are strong assets we value:
- This means that we consider all components of compensation in their totality (such as base pay, short-and long-term incentives, and benefits offered), in setting individual compensation. About Swiss Re Corporate Solutions
- To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying.
- Keywords: distribution, commercial insurance, account management, BD Reference Code: 138226
Notes and original content
- About the Role
- Key Responsibilities:
- Market & Broker Growth
- Influence placement strategy on large, complex deals to drive favorable outcomes
- Strategy & Market Impact
- Position Swiss Re as the preferred partner across managed brokers through consistent market engagement
- Internal Leadership & Deal Enablement
- About the Team
- Bachelor's degree required , preferably in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field
- These are strong assets we value:
Questions about this listing
What salary does Swiss Re offer for this role?
Swiss Re lists CHF 121'500 - 206'500 gross per year for this position in Chicago, IL, US. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Swiss Re offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Swiss Re during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Swiss Re?
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