Account Manager - Business Insurance (Select)

Marsh McLennan Agency; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 64,700 - 120,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

20 days paid time off

Paid volunteer day

Matching charitable donations

Wellness rewards

Complimentary beverages

Job summary

Marsh McLennan Agency is seeking an Account Manager for their Schaumburg, Illinois office. The role involves developing custom service plans, managing client proposals and renewals, and maintaining client information. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in commercial Property & Casualty insurance, excellent communication skills, and strong organizational abilities. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, flexibility to work from home, and a generous paid time off policy, among others.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in commercial Property & Casualty insurance, preferably in an Account Manager position.
• Self-starter and highly organized problem solver with good time-management skills.
• Ability to manage marketing processes and negotiate contracts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful delivery of services to clients through customized service plans.
• Build relationships with clients and understand their needs.
• Negotiate coverage and manage proposals and renewals.

Skills

Commercial Property & Casualty insurance experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to interpret complex insurance documents

Experience in presenting renewal proposals

Computer proficiency (Excel, Word)

Negotiation skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

BS/BA in Business, Insurance or related field

Property & Casualty license

Professional insurance designation (CPCU, CLCS, etc.)

Tools

Applied Epic

Job description

About Marsh McLennan Agency Midwest

Marsh McLennan Agency’s Midwest Region is a full‑service brokerage providing business insurance, employee benefits, private client insurance, and retirement services to businesses and individuals across the country. MMA Midwest is consistently recognized as a top workplace, attracting and retaining its insurance talent by rewarding expertise and investing in career development. Colleagues enjoy an award‑winning culture that fosters a highly productive and results‑driven working environment.

A day in the life

As an Account Manager on our Select team, you will ensure the successful delivery of services to clients by creating and implementing customized service plans. You will build strong relationships with clients, understand their needs, negotiate coverage, and manage proposals and renewals. Additionally, you will maintain accurate client information and foster a collaborative service experience.

Our future colleague

We look for candidates with:

• 3+ years’ experience in commercial Property & Casualty insurance at an agency or related company, preferably in an Account Manager position or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively service customers.
• A self‑starter, highly organized problem solver with good time‑management skills to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy of minute details in a project or task.
• Ability to interpret complex documents such as insurance policies with multiple coverages, detailed applications, and proposals.
• Experience reviewing and presenting renewal proposals to clients (written, verbal, in‑person meetings, etc.).
• Computer proficiency with Excel, Word, and navigating agency management systems.
• Experience managing the full marketing process and negotiating contracts.
• Ability to work on a fast‑paced, high‑volume, high‑energy team while maintaining a positive attitude.

Additional qualifications (plus but not required)

• Property & Casualty license preferred, or the ability to obtain upon hire.
• BS/BA in Business, Insurance or related field.
• CPCU, CLCS, ARM, CISR or other professional insurance designation related to Property & Casualty.
• Experience working with Applied Epic, agency management system.
• Availability to travel for client meetings, as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) benefits and more.
• Flexibility to work at home or in an office, based on your discretion and schedule.
• Start with 20 days of paid time off.
• Paid day off to volunteer and company‑organized volunteer events.
• Up to $1,000 per year in matching charitable donations.
• Up to $750 per year in wellness rewards.
• All the nitro cold brew coffee and sparkling water you can drink.
• A company‑wide mentality that you can never appreciate your co‑workers too much.

Who You Are Is Who We Are

Our culture is built on inclusivity and diversity, celebrating our differences and building an environment where each colleague feels welcome and belongs. We value diverse perspectives and seek them out, aiming to know what you add to the culture rather than how you fit it.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Marsh McLennan and its affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.

Salary & Compensation

The applicable base salary range for this role is $64,700 to $120,400. The base pay offered will be determined based on experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and applicable minimum wage requirements. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We also offer a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401(k) savings, and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.