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Our experienced brokers are specialized in property, casualty, professional lines, transportation and workers' compensation, providing creative solutions to retail brokerage firms. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities.

RT Specialty, a division of Ryan Specialty, is a leading wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products and services. Our experienced brokers are specialized in property, casualty, professional lines, transportation and workers' compensation, providing creative solutions to retail brokerage firms. We define ourselves through our superior execution on behalf of our clients, which has established us as a leader in the industry. Position Summary The Brokerage Operations Coordinator is responsible for providing operational support to the brokerage team by efficiently handling day-to-day operational tasks. The role contributes to the seamless functioning of daily operations, ensures compliance with regulations, and facilitates effective communication within the brokerage team. They work closely with brokers to ensure timely transaction completion through paperwork processing and coordinating with other departments in the firm. What will your job entail? Job Responsibilities: • Assists in executing and coordinating day-to-day brokerage operations and supports the implementation and improvement of operational procedures. • Coordinates with the broker to prepare documents, cover letters etc. to market renewal business and provides necessary administrative support in filing, printing, and archiving documents. • Administers and updates new and current client information in all required systems accurately. • Maintains accurate and organized records of client accounts, transactions, and other relevant documentation and ensures compliance with record-keeping regulations. • Performs customer service functions by answering broker requests and questions by telephone, email, chat, or in person. • Contributes to the preparation of compliance reports related to brokerage operations and collaborates across broker and finance teams on business requirements. • Adheres to regulatory requirements and internal policies and assists in the preparation of compliance reports. • Assists in identifying and mitigating operational risks and collaborates with risk management teams to implement controls. • Supports the Brokerage team with any ad hoc tasks and requests. Work Experience: • 0+ years of experience in the Insurance industry or Underwriting. Education: • Bachelor's degree required; Business Administration, Sales, and Risk Management preferred. Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered. Licenses and Certifications: • Prescribed: Minimum requirements for state P&C and/or surplus line licenses • Preferred: Not Applicable #OLR Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment. How We Support Our Teammates Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more. The target hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 - $31.25 per hour. The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at HR@Ryansg.com The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is

Ryan Specialty Group

Brokerage Operations Coordinator

Administrative Skills

Brokerage

Business Administration

Communication Skills

Compensation and Benefits

Customer Support/Service

Document Archiving

Documentation

Finance

Insurance

Insurance Underwriting

Maintain Compliance

Operational Improvement

Operational Support

Operations

Operations Processes

Organizational Skills

Performance Analysis

Printing

Procedure Development

Record Keeping

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory Requirements

Retail

Risk Management

Sales

Time Management

Wholesale Industry

Worker's Compensation

Broadbean

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This individual will be responsible for day-to-day operations, team leadership, and office growth, while also contributing tactically in a player/coach capacity. Our client is an established freight forwarding and brokerage organization with a strong presence in cross-border and Canadian logistics.

Company OverviewOur client is an established freight forwarding and brokerage organization with a strong presence in cross-border and Canadian logistics. Over the past year, they have expanded into domestic U.S. freight brokerage, launching a physical office in Buffalo, NY.Position SummaryThe company is seeking a hands-on Branch Manager to lead and scale its Buffalo office. This individual will be responsible for day-to-day operations, team leadership, and office growth, while also contributing tactically in a player/coach capacity.This is a critical hire intended to establish on-site leadership, build out the team, and drive the next phase of growth.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Operations<ul><li>Serve as the on-site leader for the Buffalo branch</li><li>Oversee daily operations and support existing staff</li><li>Roll up sleeves and assist with load coverage, carrier sourcing, and execution as needed</li><li>Build and maintain a reliable carrier network for U.S. domestic freight</li></ul>Growth & Strategy<ul><li>Drive branch growth from ~$200K/month toward $5M annual revenue</li><li>Expand U.S. domestic freight opportunities from existing Canadian accounts</li><li>Identify and execute on low-hanging fruit within current customer base</li><li>Participate in RFPs/RFQs and improve carrier capacity alignment</li></ul>Team Building<ul><li>Recruit and hire additional operations and sales staff (target: 5–6 total employees)</li><li>Potential to bring known talent (sales + ops) into the organization</li><li>Train, mentor, and develop team members</li></ul>Customer & Carrier Development<ul><li>Strengthen relationships with existing customers</li><li>Build new carrier partnerships to support growth lanes</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Canadian team</li></ul>Ideal Candidate ProfileMust-Have:<ul><li>Strong operations background in freight brokerage or forwarding</li><li>Experience in truckload, LTL, and domestic U.S. logistics</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams and scale operations</li><li>Hands-on, roll up your sleeves mentality</li><li>Experience working in early-stage or growth environments</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Prior branch manager, operations manager, or player/coach leadership experience</li><li>Exposure to cross-border freight (Canada/U.S.)</li><li>Ability to bring talent (sales and/or ops) into the organization</li><li>Existing carrier relationships in U.S. domestic freight</li></ul>Nice-to-Have:<ul><li>Book of business (not required, but considered in compensation)</li></ul>

Top Talent LLC

Branch Manager- Freight Brokerage

Cargo/Freight

Coaching

Cross-Functional

Customer Relations

Freight Forwarding

Leadership

Less Than Truckload (LTL)

Logistics

Mentoring

Operations Management

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Sales Operations

Team Building

Team Lead/Manager

Manatal

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries, including Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC), Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC(NMIS) (Investment Brokerage Services), a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, and member of FINRA and SIPC, and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (Investment Advisory Services), a federal savings bank. As used here, “revenue” includes exclusively First Year and Renewal Commissions, Bonuses, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company commissions and fees, Strategic Employee Benefits Services commissions, and Expense Allowances.

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Overview:
Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path to becoming a financial advisor, you start as a financial representative focused on client-building and obtaining licenses. Our award-winning training programs equip you with the education, skill-building, and development strategies you need to be successful in building a financial planning practice that focuses on:   Planning Experience · Asset & Income Protection · Education Funding · Investment & Advisory Services · Trust Services · Retirement Solutions · Business Needs Analysis  Northwestern Mutual’s proprietary planning software helps you educate your clients and deliver holistic financial plans—including investments for growth, insurance for protection, and annuities for guaranteed income in retirement—that helps you have a bigger impact on your clients and community. Becoming a business owner allows you to shape your workday around your life and achieve uncapped earning potential through a performance-based compensation structure.   We believe there’s more than one way to start, build, and grow your practice. As an entrepreneur, you can build your business in a way that aligns with your long-term vision and goals like opening an office, joining a sophisticated team, or becoming an advanced advisor.  

Responsibilities:
As a financial advisor, you will: <ul style="margin-bottom:0;margin-top:0"><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Grow your client base by making new connections, maintaining a strong referral network, and providing a great client experience</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Build personalized, holistic financial plans tailored to every client’s unique needs</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Manage your client’s financial plans to help them achieve their goals </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Grow relationships with clients to support them through every stage of life  </li></ul>Training, licensing & designationsNorthwestern Mutual has been recognized for maintaining one of the best-trained sales forces in the country. We are committed to your continued training and development throughout your career. That starts with our award-winning curriculum designed to support your first three years in the business. In the program, you’ll hear from industry experts, learn the art of client acquisition to drive longevity in the career, and have access to our national network of tenured financial advisors to learn the business through first-hand experience. To become a financial advisor, you must obtain the following licenses: Life/Accident & Health Certifications, Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), and Series 6, 7, and 63. Northwestern Mutual provides pre-payment/reimbursement* for course tuition fees and books.    Compensation & Benefits<ul style="margin-bottom:0;margin-top:0"><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Performance-based earnings and revenue1: <ul style="margin-bottom:0;margin-top:0"><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Average advisor annual earnings of $61K-$119K (based on 2018-2023 company average for representatives in the first 3 years)</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Top 25% advisor annual earnings of $137K-$250K (based on 2018-2023 company data for top quartile advisors in the first 3 years)</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Additional income structure to support training and early development</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Renewal income earned for continued client support and policy management</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Bonus programs and expense allowances</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Support for insurance licensing, Securities Industry Essentials®, Series 6, Series 7, Series 63, and more </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Certified Financial Planner® licensing support2 </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Fully company-funded retirement package and pension plan </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Competitive and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Parental benefits at every stage of family planning #LI-Onsite</li></ul> 

Qualifications:
You could be right for this opportunity if you have: <ul style="margin-bottom:0;margin-top:0"><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Bachelor’s degree </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">History of success in relationship-building or client-facing roles </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Excellent time-management skills </li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Desire for continuous learning and collaboration</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Proficient critical thinking skills</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Strong communicator</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Strong sense of motivation and drive</li><li dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;list-style-type:disc;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre">Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship </li></ul> Our Financial Advisors are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors3 for income tax purposes, and a statutory employee for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes. Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries, including Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC), Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (Investment Brokerage Services), a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, and member of FINRA and SIPC, and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (Investment Advisory Services), a federal savings bank. NM and its subsidiaries are in Milwaukee, WI.*Individuals are required to have a minimum of three years of service at Northwestern Mutual to qualify for the designation pre-payment and reimbursement program. 1No level of income is guaranteed. As used here, “revenue” includes exclusively First Year and Renewal Commissions, Bonuses, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company commissions and fees, Strategic Employee Benefits Services commissions, and Expense Allowances. Data uses average revenue from 2018-2023; included revenue was positive and not equal to 0 and earned by full time, active Financial Representatives producing for the entire year each of the years data was used. First year range is $271.73 - $2,923,976.22. Source: Northwestern Mutual, 20242Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization’s initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks. 3Northwestern Mutual Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production. If offered to apply for approval of a contract to become a Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative, a national criminal background check is required. Should the background check results provide information which would not allow someone to work for Northwestern Mutual, approval for contract will be withdrawn. 

Posted Salary Range:
USD $61,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.

<h1>Who We Are</h1>
 What we believe. 
 We believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. And that doing what’s right is good for everyone — our clients, our employees, our financial representatives and our communities. 
 These beliefs launched our company nearly 160 years ago. Today, they’re just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual.
 
 
 We’re known for our financial strength. 
 That means we’ll be here for the millions of people who are counting on us—our clients, our employees, our financial representatives and our communities. 
 
 We care.
 We make a positive difference in our communities. Nationally, thousands have benefited from our support of research and programs to fight childhood cancer. Each year, our Foundation, employees and financial representatives donate time, talent and financial support to causes they’re passionate about. 
 

<h1>Why Work Here</h1>
 We’re strong and growing. 
 In a company with such a long and storied history, this may be the most exciting and important time to be a part of Northwestern Mutual. We’re strong, innovative and growing. And we want you to grow with us.
 
 
 We invest in our people. 
 We provide opportunities for employees to grow themselves, their careers, and, in turn, our business. Movement around the company is encouraged and we help our people build meaningful, long-term careers.
 
 Be part of building our future.
 We’re expanding our campus in downtown Milwaukee overlooking Lake Michigan. The Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons will include a state-of-the-art employee Learning Institute, and will feature a natural light-filled, 21st century work environment. This signature development reinforces our commitment to job growth, attracting top talent and drawing new business to Milwaukee. 
 
 Enjoy Milwaukee. 
 Located on beautiful Lake Michigan, Milwaukee offers a perfect balance of big city and small town living. Home to Summerfest, the world’s largest music festival, Milwaukee has a thriving music scene, a celebrated annual film festival and vibrant performing arts community. Professional sports teams include the Milwaukee Brewers, Milwaukee Bucks and other major teams. And outdoor family fun is easy here. An extensive urban bike path network links our lakefront parks, beaches and other recreational hotspots. 
 
 <h1>Our Culture</h1>
 We are always evolving. 
 At Northwestern Mutual, our employees, and our business, are always evolving. We are agile and continuously learning and improving. We have a work environment that empowers problem solving and encourages innovation—you will make an impact here.
 
 
 We do what’s right. 
 Our “do-what’s-right” value is pervasive. We ask ourselves: “Is this in the best interest of our clients? Our employees? Our financial representatives?” Acting on this value improves our clients’ experience, and makes Northwestern Mutual a better place to work. 
 
 We recognize and develop possibilities in our people.
 Onsite training and leadership development programs help employees succeed and grow. We also sponsor learning opportunities outside the company to help employees stay current in their fields, network with peers and gain external perspective. 
 
 Diversity makes us better. 
 We believe diversity and inclusion cultivate creativity, innovation and a better experience for our clients. That’s why we recruit and grow people who bring unique perspectives, ideas, beliefs and cultural backgrounds.

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