Account Manager - Commercial Lines

Alliant Insurance Services; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Insurance Services in Columbus, OH seeks a seasoned Client Services professional to provide customer service and support for assigned accounts and policies, including solicitation of new business on existing accounts and assisting with producer-led new business efforts.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree or equivalent, six+ years of related experience, and a valid Insurance License with CE required for renewal.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six (6) or more years related work experience.
• Valid Insurance License; CE requirements for renewal.

Responsibilities

• Supports Producer in developing new business opportunities for existing clients and prospects.
• Initiates renewal process for existing clients; discusses renewal strategy with Producer.
• Analyzes exposures and develops renewal or new business specifications for marketing.
• Conducts marketing; negotiates rates; reviews quotes and coverages for competitiveness and accuracy.
• Prepares summaries and schedules of coverage; coordinates proposals with Producer.
• Binds insurance coverage and prepares binders or certificates; reviews policies for accuracy.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Leadership & teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Six+ years related work experience

Job description

Alliant Insurance Services is one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. Alliant is changing the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, so they can capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations.

More information is available on the company's website at: www.alliant.com.

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing customer service and overall service of assigned customers and/or policies, soliciting of new business on existing accounts and support of Producer-led new business efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports Producer in developing new business opportunities for existing clients and prospects;
• Initiates renewal process for existing clients, and discusses and creates renewal strategy with Producer;
• Analyzes and compares current exposures and develops renewal or new business specifications for marketing;
• Conducts marketing, negotiates rates, reviews quotes and coverages for competitiveness and accuracy;
• Reviews and summarizes marketing results and prepares proposals;
• Finalizes proposals and presentations in coordination with Producer;
• Binds insurance coverage and prepares binders and/or delegate certificates issuance;
• Reviews policies for accuracy and review contracts;
• Prepares summaries and/or schedules of coverage for clients;
• Reviews client accounting history, responds to accounting inquiries, corrects discrepancies, and contacts client on receivable collections;
• Participates in the claims process as directed by management, including claim submission, follow-up and overall communication;
• Provides technical guidance to staff assisting with client needs or procedural issues;
• Notifies brokers of pertinent information related to client retention;
• Meets with clients as needed or directed by Producer;
• Collection of fees, reconciliation and resolution of any outstanding balances within 90 days of invoicing date;
• Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information);
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Six (6) or more years related work experience

Valid Insurance License

Must continue to meet Continuing Education requirements for license renewal

SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent customer service skills, including telephone and listening skills

Good leadership, problem solving and time management skills

Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork

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We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer.

Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law.

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For more information on Alliant Insurance Service's benefits, please visit www.alliant.com/about/careers/benefits