Associate Surety Solutions Representative (Lynnwood, WA or Peoria, IL)

RLI Insurance Company; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & hybrid work

PTO & holidays

Employee assistance program

Fitness center discounts

Job summary

RLI Insurance Company in Lynnwood, WA is seeking a front-line operations and customer support specialist to assist with inquiries, provide product knowledge, and ensure policy alignment with customer needs for personal and commercial lines.

The role emphasizes clear communication via phone, chat, or email, and maintaining accurate records. Opportunities to complete P&C licensing within 3 months are available in a collaborative, hybrid-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• P&C insurance knowledge preferred; license within 3 months may be required.
• Ability to handle multiple inquiries with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic operational and customer support to administrators, agents, brokers and policyholders.
• Communicate via telephone, chat or email with internal and external channels.
• Research and respond to inquiries based on customer needs and policy details.
• Prepare quotes and bind coverage for RLI products as needed.
• Keep accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

P&C insurance knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About Us

We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results. Apply today to make a difference with us.

RLI is a Glassdoor Best Places to Work company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar — a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company.

Position Purpose

Provides front-line operational and customer support. Assists by responding to general inquiries, providing product knowledge while ensuring insurance policy alignment with customer needs. Product support includes personal and/or commercial lines policies.

Hours

Lynnwood, WA: 8:30a - 5:00pm PST, M-F

Peoria, IL: 10:30a - 6:00pm CST, M-F

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide basic operational and customer support to administrators, agents, brokers and policyholders.


• Effectively communicate via telephone, chat or email with various internal or external channels.


• In response to basic inquiries, research and develop the appropriate answer based on customer channel.


• Effectively communicate with the Lindbergh Insurance Group team to ensure proper handling of operational and customer inquiries.


• Keep accurate records of customer interactions and transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints and comments, as well as actions taken.


• In response to inquiries from customers, prepare quotes and bind coverage for RLI insurance products, ensuring alignment with the customer’s needs.


• Assist with other duties as needed.

Education & Experience

• Typically requires a high school diploma; for Agency Operations, P&C license is preferred but will be required within 3 months of employment


• 0+ years of related experience for consideration


• [OR] equivalent level of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies

• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with internal and external customer channels.


• Personal and/or commercial P&C insurance knowledge preferred.


• Ability to provide excellent customer service support in a timely and friendly manner.


• Detail oriented with good organizational skills.


• Ability to follow procedures as outlined by management.


• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize duties in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to perform quality work while meeting processing deadlines.


• Experience supporting niche insurance products preferred.

Compensation Overview

The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future.

Base Pay Range

$22.01 - $29.29

Total Rewards

At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee.

Financial Incentives

• Annual bonus plans


• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)


• 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution


• Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)

Work & Life

• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays


• Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities


• Parental and family care leave


• Flexible & hybrid work arrangements


• Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform


• Employee assistance program

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits


• Flexible spending and health savings accounts


• 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance


• Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase


• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Personal & Professional Growth

RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Our personal and professional growth benefits include:

• Training & certification opportunities


• Tuition reimbursement


• Education bonuses

Diversity & Inclusion

Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results.

RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.