The Opportunity: The Client Executive will develop and grow a client book of business. This includes management and retention of current clients and proactively identifying new business opportunities within the Hylant Transportation Practice. In This Opportunity You Will Execute On: Establish sales development plans to originate business with new transportation & logistics clients. Build and maintain a book of business and incrementally grow the book each year. Actively generate sales leads through regular prospecting, cold calls, networking, account rounding, cross selling with other departments, and pursuing miscellaneous sales leads Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with new and existing customers. Understand requirements for new and existing customers; identify and anticipate needs and provide Hylant solutions to meet these needs. Schedule and conduct sales presentations with potential customers for new business. Manage the client renewal process; identify opportunities to cross sell and upsell based on client needs. Manage a book of business focusing on client strategy, growth and retention. Strengthen the firm's relationships with existing clients and drive continuous improvements with an ultimate focus on business growth and retention. Represent Hylant at commercial real estate industry events. Manage negotiations on all commission and fee arrangements in accordance with standard pricing guidelines (exceptions require management pre-approval). Perform other duties and special projects as requested. In This Role You Will Need: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. A minimum of 2 years of relevant insurance brokerage sales or transportation & logistics experience. Willingness to learn Hylant sales and client service methodology. Ability to earn and maintain an active Property & Casualty License. Detailed working knowledge of industry resources, benchmarking information, agency management, and risk management principles. Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Exception oral and written communication skills. Ability to work well in a team environment. Ability and willingness to travel by car or airplane for meetings, conferences, or other business-related functions. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Why Hylant? A multi-year recipient of Best Places to Work in Insurance, Hylant is a full-service insurance brokerage with over 20 offices in eight states. And since the founding of our family-owned business over 90 years ago, we made a promise to strengthen and protect the businesses, employees and communities of our client family by embracing them as our own. We’re more than an insurance brokerage firm and you’re more than a client, employee or neighbor. You’re family. And that’s just the way we treat you. Hylant is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, Veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Hylant participates in E-Verify. Why Hylant? A Career That’s Anything But Typical At Hylant, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that grow with you. For over 90 years, our family-owned business has stood for more than insurance. We stand for people. When you join Hylant, you become part of a family that champions support, respect, flexibility, and a healthy work-life balance. It’s no surprise we’ve been named a “Best Place to Work in Insurance” for 17 consecutive years. In 2024 alone, Hylant and our incredible team earned 24 awards, celebrating our commitment to workplace culture, community involvement, and individual achievement. We’re proud to be anything but typical in our industry. Here’s what makes Hylant different: Opportunity on your terms: Whether you're just starting out or looking to lead, we offer clear career paths, tailored development programs, and the freedom to grow in the direction that fits you best. Relationships that build people up: Our culture is rooted in empathy and collaboration. You’ll be surrounded by mentors, teammates, and leaders who care about your success. A chance to make a real impact: From serving clients with integrity to giving back to our communities, your work at Hylant will matter—locally and globally. We invest in our people through programs like the Hylant Career Academy, Leadership Catalyst, and Hylant MBA, and we celebrate the wins—big and small—along the way. If you’re looking for a place where you can grow, belong, and make a difference, we invite you to explore what makes Hylant a destination for top talent—and a place where you gain so much more. Don't see an opening? Submit your resume today.