Account Administrator

Lockton Companies; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockton Companies seeks an Account Administrator to join their client service team in Seattle. The role focuses on providing essential administrative and client support within the Commercial Insurance Department. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a bachelor's degree, contributing to a culture of excellence and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401k plus match

Life insurance and disability coverage

Wellness programs

Flexible spending accounts

Legal and identity theft protection

Pet insurance

Annual discretionary bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in commercial insurance services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first line of contact for client service inquiries.
• Ensure accuracy of Client Profile Information.
• Manage incoming correspondence and facilitate effective communication.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Mathematical accuracy

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Job description

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

At Lockton, we’re passionate about helping our people achieve their ultimate potential. Our people are curious, action-oriented and always striving to make ourselves and those around us better. We’re active listeners working to ensure understanding and problem solvers developing innovative solutions. If you can see yourself delivering excellent service to clients, giving back to our communities and being a part of our caring culture, you belong here.

The Account Administrator works within the client service team to ensure accuracy of information and manage workflows and processes. Provides administrative and client support to the Commercial Insurance Department.

Position responsibilities
• Receive emails and calls from carriers/lenders/clients and Lockton associates as the first line of contact for client service
• Create, modify, and ensure accuracy of Client Profile Information
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of Surplus Lines Filings and determination of what filings are needed
• Create and Maintain Client Claims Manual
• Manage Incoming Client/Carrier Correspondence and Review/Decide Appropriate Action
• Initiate, Guide Renewal Service Cycle and Ensure TimeLine is Met
• Gather and Review Renewal Information from Client
• Ensure proper filing of client/carrier correspondence within Document Management System
• Manage Policy E-delivery to Client
• Review, file, and process all client specific new mail
• Ensure proper filing of client/carrier/internal correspondence, policy documents, etc. in document management system per P&C guidelines
• Track/Reconcile and ensure accuracy of incoming and outgoing client premium, invoices, and work with appropriate internal specialist teams to correct accounting issues or to decide best approach for differing situations
• Check audits for accuracy, process, send instructions for invoicing and determine when to confer with AE/AM regarding concerns
• Execute all changes for policies, monitor for receipt and accuracy of endorsements, maintain accuracy of client exposures information when making endorsement requests, and ensure invoicing is accurate and completed in a timely manner
• Provide premium breakdowns/premium summaries, as requested
• Manage client/account team/carrier/internal Lockton team associates’ expectations regarding workflows, special projects
• Ensure appropriate information provided for completion of policy checks for policy checking team
• Work with team to update and ensure accuracy of proposals/summaries/final and accepted proposal
• Ensure accuracy regarding client information in systems
• Review incoming client certificate requests and provide instructions for processing
• Work with client to ensure carrier applications are completed
• Make a positive contribution to customer satisfaction and continuously strive to improve service to the customer
• Comply with Lockton's policies and procedures, including appropriate documentation
• Attend education workshops, and carrier functions, when requested
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Position qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field and/or years of experience equivalent
• General understanding of commercial property and casualty coverages preferred
• Company or agency experience in commercial insurance services desired
• Understanding of commercial rating concepts preferred
• Must have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, project team members, and associates at all levels of responsibility, representing Lockton in the highest professional manner
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• High aptitude for accuracy in mathematical calculations
• Strong attention to detail required
• Understands industry trends and governmental regulations
• Readiness to expand knowledge and effectiveness in the insurance industry by successful completion of extended insurance education beyond continuing education requirements as needed
• Organizational and time management skills to prioritize heavy workloads to meet time-sensitive deadlines
• Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures, proactively protecting the confidentiality of client and company information
• Legally able to work in the United States

This position may be eligible for annual discretionary bonus consideration.

Lockton offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401k plus match, life, salary continuation, long-term disability, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, legal benefit, identity theft protection, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and mental health benefits.

PLEASE NOTE- The salary range below is an estimate. The salary offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location, job-related knowledge, experience, education, certifications, and skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockton Companies is proud to provide everyone anequal opportunity to grow and advance. We are committed to an inclusive culture and environment where our people, clients and communities are treated with respect and dignity.

At Lockton, supporting diversity, equity and inclusion is ingrained in our values, and we believe that we are at our best when we fully embrace everyone. We strive to cultivate a caring culture that learnsfrom, celebrates and thrives because of ourbreadth of differences. As such, we recognize that recruiting, developing and retaining people with diverse backgrounds and experiences is vital and enabling our people to thrive personally and professionally is critical to our long-term success.

About Lockton

Lockton is the largest privately held independent insurance brokerage in the world. Since 1966, our independence has allowed us to serve our clients, take care of our people and give back to our communities. As such, our 12,500+ Associates doing business in over 140 countries are empowered to do what’s right every day.

At Lockton, we believe in the power of all people. You belong at Lockton.

How We Will Support You

At Lockton, we empower you to be true to yourself in all that you do. Your success is our success, and we provide opportunities to help you grow and create a rewarding career path, however you envision it.

We are ready to meet you where you are today, and as your needs change over time. In addition to industry-leading health insurance, we offer additional options to support your overall health and wellbeing.

Any Employment Agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of Lockton Companies, Inc. Lockton Companies will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting Employment Agency, person or entity. Employment Agencies, who have fee Agreements with Lockton Companies must submit applicants to the designated Lockton Companies Employment Coordinator to be eligible for placement fees.