Associate Client Service Manager

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Associate Client Service Manager to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be the key point of contact for clients, managing relationships and ensuring their needs are met. You will play a crucial role in the renewal process, providing technical support, and preparing vital documentation. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on client satisfaction and business growth. If you have a passion for client service and a strong background in property and casualty insurance, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans

Life and accident insurance

401(K) and Roth options

Educational expense reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Flexible work hours

Digital mental health services

Training programs

Charitable matching gift program

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in property and casualty insurance is essential.
• Experience in account management and client service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day account management for assigned clients.
• Coordinate renewal cycles and maintain client relationships.
• Provide technical support and prepare proposals for clients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical property and casualty knowledge

Account management

Negotiation skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School degree/GED

Tools

Technology tools

Job description

Introduction

Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

We are looking for an Associate Client Service Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day account management of Gallagher’s relationships with assigned clients as their primary role. You will support the senior servicing staff/service teams to identify and meet client needs and thereby retain and grow a profitable book of business. Through service, pricing, consultation, and reporting, you will promote the value Gallagher delivers to clients.

How you'll make an impact

• Assist Senior Client Service Manager or Client Service Executive with day-to-day coverage questions and contract reviews.
• Proactively coordinate renewal cycle to ensure all necessary steps are completed in a timely fashion.
• Answer client questions on applications and requested renewal information.
• Communicate and maintain good working relationships with markets.
• Assist in preparing renewal strategy documents and proposals.
• Prepare and/or check market submissions.
• Analyze quotes from carriers and negotiate terms and conditions.
• Responsible for binding of renewal coverage and the accuracy of programs that are bound.
• Process certificates, endorsements, invoices, policies, endorsements, and audits.
• Provide a high level of day-to-day technical support to the team.
• Ensure that all documentation is received on a timely basis and is accurate.
• Manage policy and endorsement follow-up system, including maintaining reminder system.
• Prepare proposals and presentations to existing clients and prospective new clients.
• Navigate carriers’ web sites to obtain endorsements, loss runs, renewal policies, and invoices.
• Assist other team members to balance workloads when needed.
• Provide backup for other team members during their absence.
• Undertake various duties as assigned.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Strong technical property and casualty knowledge.
• Background in account management, servicing, placement, and negotiation of property and casualty coverages.
• Ability to solve problems and think independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pay attention to detail while working under pressure.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, monitor and control workflow, with close attention to deadlines.
• Be energetic/have a sense of urgency.

About You

• Current Property and Casualty License.
• Bachelor’s degree with 0+ years client service management experience - OR - High School degree/GED with 3+ years client service management experience.

Preferred

• Commercial (property/casualty) insurance knowledge and experience managing client relationships.
• Solid financial acumen.

Behaviors

• Proficient in using technology as a tool to maximize productivity and quality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortably engage others in consultative discussion.
• Effectively manage/balance multiple and sometimes competing priorities.
• Work in a self-directed manner.

Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams, and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance.
• 401(K) and Roth options.
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA).
• Educational expense reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave.

Other benefits include:

• Digital mental health services (Talkspace).
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function).
• Training programs.
• Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops, and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• And more...

We value inclusion and diversity

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences, and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors, or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.