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Get Access To All JobsAssistant Vice President – Intellectual Property Insurance Broker
Are you seeking an opportunity to be a part of our growing, full-service IP Risk Solutions team by brokering strategic approaches to Intellectual Property policies?
Join our industry leading IP Broking team!
This is a hybrid role to work from our Chicago, IL office.
Aon is in the business of better decisions.
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like.
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of the Intellectual Property insurance marketplace and our team’s offerings.
- Demonstrate ability to place a layered program ($50M+) from start to finish.
- You will have direct communication with executive level client contacts (C-Suite).
- Own all aspects of client service for your assigned book of business and new business opportunities in coordination with other team members and by using the deal flow process; optimally connect with other team members and administrative staff to ensure accurate prioritization of workflow.
- Apply effective negotiation skills to improve broking results for clients.
- Use data, own experience, others’ perspectives, and a clear methodology improve client programs and build opportunities with prospective client programs.
- Work in an Aon United fashion to cross-sell IP Risk products and services.
- Successfully apply the claims and legal advocacy group for claim administration and counsel to assist with claim resolution.
- Apply effective underwriter relationships to improve broking results.
- Proactively develop and complete a pipeline strategy for new business.
- Function as a mentor to more junior team members.
- Drive utilization of all available technology throughout broking process and client service process.
- Understand the causes of E&O and avoid and adopt practices to reduce exposure.
How this opportunity is different
This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a growing, fast-paced insurance space. An estimated 80% of the value of the S&P 500 is derived from company’s intellectual property, yet most companies are not yet insuring against their intellectual property risks. Aon’s IP team is educating companies (both current clients and prospective clients) about their IP risks and how the surrounding insurance marketplace can help them to manage their risks. The Aon IP team is experienced, yet still small, so operates with a “start-up” environment and feel. Personal autonomy is highly encouraged and self-motivated individuals will find an opportunity to quickly advance their career.
Skills and experience that will lead to success.
REQUIRED:
- 4+ years of years in brokering and/or underwriting experience within IP, Cyber, E&O, D&O, or other Financial/Professional lines.
- Project Management - Experienced
- Report Writing - Experienced
- Insurance Strategies - Advanced
- Retail Brokerage - Advanced
- Team Management - Advanced
- Performance Management (PM) - Experienced
- Business Development - Experienced
- Conflict Resolution - Experienced
- Organizational Leadership - Experienced
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) - Experienced
- Stakeholder Management - Experienced
- Account Management - Advanced
- Documentations - Experienced
- Talent Management - Experienced
- Team Development - Advanced
OPTIONAL:
- Financial Planning - Advanced
- Business Planning - Experienced
- Training and Development - Experienced
- Market Research - Experienced
- Strategic Planning - Experienced
- Policy Development - Experienced
- Data Analysis - Experienced
- Organizational Strategy - Experienced
- Process Improvements - Intermediate
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Ability to obtain/maintain P&C license within 120 days of hire.
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances. Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Pay Transparency Laws:
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $120,000 to $190,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.
The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Illinois. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
A summary of all the benefits offered for this position:
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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Assistant Vice President – Intellectual Property Insurance Broker
Are you seeking an opportunity to be a part of our growing, full-service IP Risk Solutions team by brokering strategic approaches to Intellectual Property policies?
Join our industry leading IP Broking team!
This is a hybrid role to work from our Chicago, IL office.
Aon is in the business of better decisions.
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like.
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of the Intellectual Property insurance marketplace and our team’s offerings.
- Demonstrate ability to place a layered program ($50M+) from start to finish.
- You will have direct communication with executive level client contacts (C-Suite).
- Own all aspects of client service for your assigned book of business and new business opportunities in coordination with other team members and by using the deal flow process; optimally connect with other team members and administrative staff to ensure accurate prioritization of workflow.
- Apply effective negotiation skills to improve broking results for clients.
- Use data, own experience, others’ perspectives, and a clear methodology improve client programs and build opportunities with prospective client programs.
- Work in an Aon United fashion to cross-sell IP Risk products and services.
- Successfully apply the claims and legal advocacy group for claim administration and counsel to assist with claim resolution.
- Apply effective underwriter relationships to improve broking results.
- Proactively develop and complete a pipeline strategy for new business.
- Function as a mentor to more junior team members.
- Drive utilization of all available technology throughout broking process and client service process.
- Understand the causes of E&O and avoid and adopt practices to reduce exposure.
How this opportunity is different
This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a growing, fast-paced insurance space. An estimated 80% of the value of the S&P 500 is derived from company’s intellectual property, yet most companies are not yet insuring against their intellectual property risks. Aon’s IP team is educating companies (both current clients and prospective clients) about their IP risks and how the surrounding insurance marketplace can help them to manage their risks. The Aon IP team is experienced, yet still small, so operates with a “start-up” environment and feel. Personal autonomy is highly encouraged and self-motivated individuals will find an opportunity to quickly advance their career.
Skills and experience that will lead to success.
REQUIRED:
- 4+ years of years in brokering and/or underwriting experience within IP, Cyber, E&O, D&O, or other Financial/Professional lines.
- Project Management - Experienced
- Report Writing - Experienced
- Insurance Strategies - Advanced
- Retail Brokerage - Advanced
- Team Management - Advanced
- Performance Management (PM) - Experienced
- Business Development - Experienced
- Conflict Resolution - Experienced
- Organizational Leadership - Experienced
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) - Experienced
- Stakeholder Management - Experienced
- Account Management - Advanced
- Documentations - Experienced
- Talent Management - Experienced
- Team Development - Advanced
OPTIONAL:
- Financial Planning - Advanced
- Business Planning - Experienced
- Training and Development - Experienced
- Market Research - Experienced
- Strategic Planning - Experienced
- Policy Development - Experienced
- Data Analysis - Experienced
- Organizational Strategy - Experienced
- Process Improvements - Intermediate
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Ability to obtain/maintain P&C license within 120 days of hire.
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances. Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Pay Transparency Laws:
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $120,000 to $190,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.
The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Illinois. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
A summary of all the benefits offered for this position:
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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Target large insurance companies and brokerages
Major firms like Aon, Marsh McLennan, Willis Towers Watson, and Allstate have established visa sponsorship programs and regularly file H-1B petitions for insurance professionals with specialized expertise.
Emphasize specialized insurance knowledge
Highlight expertise in specific insurance sectors like cyber liability, marine insurance, or commercial property. USCIS favors roles requiring specialized knowledge beyond general insurance principles.
Focus on client-facing and analytical roles
Positions involving complex risk assessment, large commercial accounts, or regulatory compliance analysis strengthen H-1B petitions by demonstrating the specialized nature of the work required.
Consider reinsurance and wholesale markets
Reinsurance companies and wholesale insurance markets often need professionals with international experience and specialized product knowledge, making them more likely to sponsor visas for qualified candidates.
Highlight relevant certifications and licenses
Professional designations like CPCU, ARM, or CIC demonstrate specialized knowledge. Note that you'll need to obtain U.S. state licensing after arrival, which employers factor into sponsorship decisions.
Apply for entry-level analyst positions
Many large insurers sponsor H-1B visas for entry-level risk analyst or underwriting analyst roles, which can serve as stepping stones to broker positions within the same company.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do insurance brokers qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes, insurance broker positions typically qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field. The role must involve complex risk assessment, client relationship management, or specialized insurance product knowledge to meet USCIS specialty occupation requirements.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as an insurance broker?
You need a bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, economics, risk management, or a closely related field. Some employers accept degrees in mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science for analytical broker roles. The degree field must directly relate to insurance industry knowledge and risk assessment skills.
Which insurance companies sponsor H-1B visas most frequently?
Major insurance brokerages like Aon, Marsh McLennan, Willis Towers Watson, and Arthur J. Gallagher regularly sponsor H-1B visas. Large insurers including AIG, Chubb, and Travelers also sponsor for specialized roles. Reinsurance companies and Lloyd's of London syndicates frequently sponsor international professionals with specialized market knowledge.
Can I work as an insurance broker without a U.S. license initially?
You can start in analytical or support roles without immediate licensing, but most broker positions require state licensing within 90 days of hire. Employers often sponsor H-1B visas for roles like risk analyst or account manager while you obtain required licenses. The licensing process varies by state and insurance type.
What are common reasons for H-1B denials in insurance broker roles?
Common denial reasons include job descriptions that appear too generalized rather than requiring specialized knowledge, degree fields that don't clearly relate to insurance work, and positions that seem like basic sales roles rather than analytical or advisory functions. Emphasize complex risk assessment, regulatory compliance, or specialized product expertise in applications.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Insurance Broker jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
How to find Insurance Broker jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Insurance Broker jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus on large insurance companies, multinational brokerages, and financial services firms that commonly sponsor H-1B, L-1 visa, or other work visas. These employers often need specialized insurance expertise and are willing to sponsor qualified international professionals with relevant industry experience and certifications.