Commercial Lines Manager Jobs

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Service Agency, an insurance company located in downtown Ellsworth, Wisconsin, is looking to add a full-time Commercial Lines Account Executive to assist our busy firm with property, casualty, commercial, and sales support. This position serves as the primary service contact for assigned accounts and works closely with producers, insurance carriers, and agency staff to provide timely policy service, coverage guidance, renewals, and account retention. The Account Representative plays a critical role in maintaining long-term client relationships and supporting the agency's growth. You will often be the first point of contact for clients and prospective clients, so we need someone who can bring positive energy, teamwork, and a disciplined work ethic.

You will be responsible for providing outstanding day-to-day service to our agency’s insurance business clients and support to our sales team in the achievement of business goals. And if you are detail-oriented, able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, can manage projects with ease, and thrive in a family-centered team environment, you might be perfect for the job. Finally, we are looking for someone who wants to make a difference for The Service Agency and be part of its long-term growth.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

· High degree of professionalism

· Strong people skills

· Resourceful

· Self-motivated

· Quick learner

· Thrives in a fast-paced environment

· Detail-oriented

· Able to multitask without impacting work quality

· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to work on a deadline

· Excellent follow-through

· Keen organizational skills

· Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

· A positive, friendly, respectful attitude is a must

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Support

· Manage day-to-day client support activities to adequately service clients’ needs

- Policy changes, endorsements, certificate requests, and coverage quotes

· Conduct policy reviews via phone interviews and questionnaires/mailings

· Manage customer relationships to improve agency retention

· Answer incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate person promptly and efficiently

· Scan and file documents/locate paperless files quickly by filters/search

· Report & file claims/monitor the progress of claims and close out claims with surveys

· Answer product and service questions to include a broad understanding of product/liability coverage

· Answer billing questions, process payments, and manage accounts receivable

· Maintain electronic document storage

· Manage scheduling of client appointments

· Manage client’s information in AMS (agency management system), including contact info, policy information, billing, renewals, and pertinent information per the standard of Agency Best Practices

Marketing & Carrier Relations

· Complete Acord applications to submit to select carriers

· Obtain quotations from carriers and brokers

· Compare coverage, pricing, deductibles, and policy forms

· Recommend the best insurance solutions

· Develop positive working relationships with carrier underwriters

· Identify risk management concepts to better serve our business clients

· Communicate renewal information with underwriters to help price and place coverage

· Review policy renewals with producers to ensure accuracy

· Follow up with endorsements processed by carriers to ensure accuracy

· Aid producers with quoting and renewal checklists

· Work with ownership & staff to promote a sales culture

· Communicate products or coverages with clients to help them better manage their risks

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

· Active property and casualty insurance license

· 2-5 years of property/casualty insurance experience required

· Strong understanding of insurance coverages and forms

· Minimum two-year associate’s degree in business, communications, or marketing; or four years of relevant experience

· Experience with agency management systems

· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks

SALARY & BENEFITS

· Salary is dependent on qualifications

· Performance bonus plan

· Major holidays and accrued PTO annually

· Life & disability benefits; and

· Simple Retirement Plan with 3% company match

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Customer service: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Property & Casualty License (Required)

Work Location: In person