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Surplus Lines Jobs (NOW HIRING)

How you'll make an impact The Surplus Lines Manager is a skilled and results-driven leader responsible for overseeing surplus lines operations, with a focus on compliance and operational excellence.

Reporting directly to the Surplus Lines Tax Manager, the Surplus Lines Payables Analyst will play a critical role in our operations by ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and timely submission of ...

Processing surplus lines transactions on the states that have been assigned, within the deadlines set by those state entities. Including, but not limited to, surplus lines document review, forwarding ...

Processing surplus lines transactions on the states that have been assigned, within the deadlines set by those state entities. Including, but not limited to, surplus lines document review, forwarding ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Baton Rouge, LA

$44.70K - $60.50K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Woodstock, GA

$41.90K - $56.80K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Winter Park, FL · On-site

$43.80K - $59.40K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Mobile, AL

$46.10K - $62.50K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Boca Raton, FL

$44.10K - $59.80K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Myrtle Beach, SC · On-site

$41.80K - $56.70K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Louisville, KY

$44.70K - $60.50K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$42.10K - $57.10K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Wilmington, NC

$43.30K - $58.70K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Raleigh, NC

$45.20K - $61.20K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Davidson, NC

$43K - $58.30K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Benton, KY · On-site

$36.70K - $49.80K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

Surplus Lines Tax Administrator

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$45.10K - $61K/yr

This position will be responsible for reconciliation of surplus lines transactions as well as handling deposits and AR reporting for two of our locations. Responsibilities will include but will not ...

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How much do surplus lines jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for surplus lines in the United States is $66,771.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Surplus Lines Insurance Broker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surplus Lines Insurance Broker, you need a deep understanding of insurance markets, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a state-issued Surplus Lines license. Familiarity with industry software such as policy management systems and knowledge of E&S (Excess and Surplus) lines regulations are essential. Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help brokers connect clients with specialized coverage and navigate complex placements. These skills ensure the broker can effectively serve clients with unique risks while adhering to legal and market standards.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in surplus lines insurance, and how can they be addressed?

Surplus lines professionals often encounter challenges related to the complexity of regulations, rapidly changing market conditions, and the need to place unconventional or high-risk coverage. Staying current with state-specific compliance requirements and maintaining strong relationships with both clients and underwriters are key strategies to address these challenges. Regular training and leveraging technology for compliance tracking can also help streamline processes and reduce errors. Collaboration within the surplus lines team and with external partners is essential to find creative solutions for unique client needs.

What are surplus lines insurance?

Surplus lines insurance refers to coverage provided by insurers that are not licensed in the insured's state but are legally eligible to provide insurance when standard carriers will not. These policies are used for unique, high-risk, or hard-to-place risks that admitted insurers typically avoid. Surplus lines insurers offer flexibility in coverage and pricing, but the policies are not backed by state guaranty funds. Buyers often work with specially licensed surplus lines brokers to access these markets.
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Infographic showing various Surplus Lines job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 71% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,771 per year, or $32.1 per hour.
Surplus Lines Manager

Surplus Lines Manager

Gallagher

Rolling Meadows, IL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago


Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

173rd of 259 rated insurance


Job description

Introduction
Welcome to Gallagher - a global community of people who bring bold ideas, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We help clients navigate complexity with confidence by empowering businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, you’ll find more than a job; you’ll find a culture built on trust, driven by collaboration, and sustained by the belief that we’re better together. Whether you join us in a client-facing role or as part of our brokerage division, our benefits and HR consulting division, or our corporate team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of something bigger. Experience a workplace where you’re encouraged to be yourself, supported to succeed, and inspired to keep learning. That’s what it means to live The Gallagher Way.

How you'll make an impact

The Surplus Lines Manager is a skilled and results-driven leader responsible for overseeing surplus lines operations, with a focus on compliance and operational excellence. This role ensures the timely and accurate filing and remittance of surplus lines taxes, manages compliance with complex and variable state-specific requirements, and drives process improvements within their team or function. The Manager will lead a team of analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture, and will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
The ideal candidate will have a strong regulatory compliance background, solid experience in surplus lines operations, and a proven ability to inspire, coach, and develop teams to achieve their full potential. This role requires strong leadership skills to build trust, drive engagement, and create an environment where team members feel empowered to succeed.

Responsibilities include: 

  • Lead and mentor a team of analysts, fostering professional growth, engagement, and high performance.
  • Build and maintain a collaborative team culture that emphasizes accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate with internal branches, Legal, Accounting, and state departments of insurance to address challenges and ensure compliance. 
  • Drive process improvements and control initiatives within the team or function.
  • Communicate operational updates and plans to the Surplus Lines & Licensing (SL & L) team and senior leadership.
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.
  • Ensure all quality control targets are met.
  • Drive quality assurance initiatives to ensure compliance with state agencies.
  • Communicate operational updates to internal teams and senior leadership.
  • Implement best practices to improve efficiency and compliance within the team.

About You

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 7 years related experience required.
  • Strong regulatory compliance knowledge in the areas of state-specific surplus lines placements and filings and individual and entity licensing processes, laws and requirements.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Surplus Lines Operations, with licensing and regulatory compliance a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years of proven leadership experience, managing across teams, and driving operational improvements.
  • Solid understanding and knowledge of the insurance industry, including surplus lines operations, compliance, and regulatory requirements and best practices
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a high transaction operation with tight deadlines, and complex, variable requirements
  • Experience with agency management systems
  • Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, a high level of self-awareness, with the ability to engage and influence at multiple levels of the organization.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and effectively report upwards on the status of others' work.
  • A proven ability to coach and develop high-performing teams
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Familiarity with productivity metrics and cost-per-transaction concepts.
  • Experience in implementing process improvements and innovative solutions.

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Compensation and benefits

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

  • Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
  • Life and accident insurance
  • 401(K) and Roth options
  • Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
  • Educational expense reimbursement
  • Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

  • Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
  • Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
  • Training programs
  • Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
  • Charitable matching gift program
  • And more...

**The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.

We value inclusion and diversity

Click Here to review our U.S. Eligibility Requirements

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 7 years related experience required.
  • Strong regulatory compliance knowledge in the areas of state-specific surplus lines placements and filings and individual and entity licensing processes, laws and requirements.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Surplus Lines Operations, with licensing and regulatory compliance a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years of proven leadership experience, managing across teams, and driving operational improvements.
  • Solid understanding and knowledge of the insurance industry, including surplus lines operations, compliance, and regulatory requirements and best practices
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a high transaction operation with tight deadlines, and complex, variable requirements
  • Experience with agency management systems
  • Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, a high level of self-awareness, with the ability to engage and influence at multiple levels of the organization.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and effectively report upwards on the status of others' work.
  • A proven ability to coach and develop high-performing teams
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Familiarity with productivity metrics and cost-per-transaction concepts.
  • Experience in implementing process improvements and innovative solutions.

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#LI-TL1

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