Senior Vice President - BSIB

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Bridge Specialty Group is seeking a Business Development Leader to join our growing team in Stockton, CA! The Senior Vice President, BSIB – Professional, Executive & Specialty Lines is responsible for driving profitable organic growth across all Professional, Executive & Specialty Lines within Bridge Specialty Group. This role focuses on growth strategy execution, market leadership, producer enablement, and identification of top industry talent, working in close partnership with Business leaders, Underwriting leaders, and Distribution teams. How You Will Contribute: Drives profitable organic growth across Professional, Executive & Specialty Lines by executing disciplined strategies, identifying opportunities across products, markets, and channels, and strengthening differentiated market positioning. Ensures a clear, compelling value proposition that reduces price-driven competition, increases retail engagement, and enhances BSG’s perceived specialty expertise. Enables producers to deliver full-solution selling by leveraging BSG’s capabilities, promoting coordinated, team-based approaches and operational responsiveness. Success is reflected in stronger producer confidence, improved deal outcomes, and deeper retail relationships. Identifies, attracts, and supports top specialty talent while strengthening leadership pipelines and long-term capability needs. Demonstrated through successful hiring, integration, and improved succession visibility. Connects teams across regions, brands, and functions to drive alignment, break down silos, and ensure consistent execution of growth initiatives. Reinforces accountability, data-driven decisions, and measurable outcomes from concept through delivery. Acts as a strategic thought partner with strong executive presence, influencing without authority to align stakeholders and shape direction. Combines market expertise, strategic judgment, collaboration, and clear communication to drive enterprise-wide impact. ​ Licenses and Certifications: Insurance license(s) and relevant industry certifications preferred. Skills & Experience to Be Successful: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in the insurance industry with a focus on wholesale brokerage and binding. Proven track record of leadership, sales, and operational excellence. Strong financial acumen and analytical skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. Flexibility to travel up to 80%. This position requires travel that may involve driving a personal or rental vehicle. Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report results at the time of hire and periodically thereafter, along with maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages, are required. About Us: Bridge Specialty Group creates a seamless way to connect the varying needs of our retail partners with the market clout and talents of our wholesale entities. Our more than 25 niche-focused brands reflect our deep experience and specialization in construction, general casualty, environmental liability, professional liability, health care, public entity, workers’ comp, property and personal lines. With more than 50 locations and more than 2,000 team members throughout the United States and Europe, Bridge has access to more than 200 standard and excess & surplus lines carriers that support our $7+ billion premium book. Our focus is on bringing the power of collective size and specialty to the wholesale brokerage marketplace. Bridge Specialty Group – aligning risk with greater reach. Pay Range $300k - $300k Annual The 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. 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”. Apply To This Job