Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.
Brown & Brown is seeking a Senior Account Executive – Business Development to join our growing team!
We are seeking an Account Executive with expertise in the student health insurance sector to drive strategic growth and manage key relationships with higher education institutions. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional who understands the unique needs of colleges, universities, and their student populations.
This position may have access to sensitive information such as PII and/or PHI. As such, all Academic HealthPlans employees sign and adhere to AHP’s Information Security Handbook covering information security policies and procedures.
How You Will Contribute:
New Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand market share and meet revenue targets.
Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with university administrators, student affairs leaders, and benefits managers.
Consultative Selling: Understand client needs and provide tailored insurance solutions that align with institutional goals and student wellness priorities.
Contract Negotiation: Lead contract discussions, renewals, and pricing strategies with clients and internal stakeholders.
Market Intelligence: Stay informed on regulatory changes, competitive landscape, and emerging trends in student health insurance.
Collaboration: Work closely with underwriting, marketing, compliance, and customer service teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and satisfaction.
Reporting & Forecasting: Maintain accurate records of sales activity, pipeline development, and revenue forecasts using sales tools.
Comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, Compliance Program policies and other applicable corporate and departmental policies.
Maintain complete confidentiality of company business.
Comply with AHP’s Cybersecurity policies and practices, including annual attestation to our Employee Information Security Handbook, full participation in our Information Security Awareness Training, securely managing your accounts in AHP information systems, protecting sensitive information such as electronic Private Health Information (ePHI) should you be required to access it, protecting your AHP-provided laptop, and reporting any Information Security concerns per the instructions in the Employee Information Security Handbook.
Skills & Experience to be Successful:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
Strong understanding of ACA compliance, waiver processes, and student health plan structures.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Ability to travel as needed to meet clients and attend industry events.
Experience working with self-funded and fully insured student health plans. (preferred)
Familiarity with university procurement processes and RFP responses. (preferred)
Existing relationships within the higher education sector. (preferred)
Familiarity with student health portals, waiver systems, and enrollment platforms. (preferred)
Pay Range
$115,000 - $125,000 AnnualThe pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.
Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
Recruiting Vendor Disclosure Statement
Brown & Brown does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters, recruitment vendors or employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). Recruiting Vendors must have a valid written agreement and received prior written authorization from an authorized Brown & Brown representative before submitting candidates for any publicly posted role. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Brown & Brown or its employees become the property of Brown & Brown, and no fees will be paid for such submissions. Additional information regarding this policy can be found on our careers page.
The Power To Be Yourself
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.
Brown & Brown is an insurance brokerage and consulting firm that specializes in employee benefits solutions for mid- and large-market employers. The company provides comprehensive health, dental, life, and disability benefit consulting services, combining data-driven strategies with actuarial expertise to design innovative benefit solutions. They serve employers ranging from 1,000 to 20,000+ employees, offering services including plan design, vendor placement, benchmarking, financial analysis, and strategic planning support. Brown & Brown operates on a meritocratic culture that emphasizes client service excellence and rewards self-starters committed to delivering value to their customers.
