Account Executive, Commercial Lines

Overview

Our Newark, DE office is hiring for an Account executive of Commercial Lines. You will provide sales support to internal team members and customer service to clients. The position requires a significant degree of independent judgment and discretion to meet those service levels. Duties include assisting in selling, direct selling, marketing, and customer service in coordination with other Agency personnel.

 

As an Account Executive you must have superior product knowledge and is familiar with the specific products offered by the Agency's carriers. You will assist in producing new and renewal accounts in keeping with Agency and individual Producer goals and provide field service in support of Producer activities.

 

You are responsible for assisting clients with service needs and changing existing policies. You will work with the Producer to design and recommend proper insurance and risk management programs to Agency clients.

 

The Ideal Candidate

• You enjoy problem-solving with great, customer-service-minded solutions
• Teamwork is part of your DNA, and you have great communication skills (verbal & written)
• You’re analytical at heart and can see both the big picture and the minute details when working with clients and other team members

 

• If this sounds like you, we invite you to keep reading and apply!

What You'll Do

• Meets directly with clients.
• Negotiates and sells lines of insurance to clients. Designs client insurance and risk management plans as assigned and directed by Agency management.
• Provides clients with Insurance Coverage Review and reviews methods of handling risks. Works with the producer to write new business accounts.
• Sells in place of or in coordination with superior personnel.
• Lead accounts through the renewal process per department procedures.
• Assists in the development of strong personal relationships with appropriate insurance carrier personnel.
• Processes or oversees the process of change requests/endorsements, binders, certificates of insurance, account summaries, proposals, policies, lost policy releases, audits, and account balance status as needed.
• Handles prompt review of all premium audits recognizing that the Agency must process audits timely.
• Process and follows up on all requests involving carriers or clients to ensure accurate and timely resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Some Travel is required.

What's in it For You?

To help you make the best decision for your personal growth, it’s important to us to share a glimpse of what we offer our top asset, our people:   

• Competitive base salary   
• Generous 30+ Days Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package inclusive of Paid Time Off, 10 Company Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays, 5 Sick Days, and 2 Volunteer Days
• Health benefit options with you in mind; 5 affordable medical plan options with rates based on your salary, company paid HSA contribution with eligible HSA plan selection, 2 dental plan options offering orthodontia coverage and 3 cleanings per year, and 2 vision plan options    
• Company match 401(k) plan – 50% up to 6%!   
• Support of your fitness wellness goals! We offer up to 75% off at over 11,000 gyms and fitness centers    
• Opportunity to prioritize your mental health with 24/7 access to licensed therapists   
• Pet benefits & discounts    
• Access to our Employee-led Resource Groups (ERGs) that lend a voice to the variety of demographics represented throughout AssuredPartners  

What You'll Need

• 6+ years of related experience and/or training preferred, or demonstrated skills listed below.
• Current Property and Casualty license required; professional designations preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of available commercial lines coverages based on business classification, as well as informed on industry trends and client retention strategies.
• Highly developed problem solving and solution-design skills; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership through client support and advocacy skills, as well as the mentoring and guidance of more junior employees.
• Highly proficient in use of Microsoft Office or similar software, including spreadsheet and presentation software.
• Skilled in use of agency management software with the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.

Grow, with us

AssuredPartners is passionate about fueling our clients’ innovation and growth. That makes us the perfect place for creative, dynamic people who want to grow their career while helping businesses, families and people thrive.   

 

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