Client Services Manager - Commercial Lines

IMA Financial Group, Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Performance Bonus

Stock Purchase

Medical Plans

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Options

Job summary

IMA Financial Group, Inc. in Saint Petersburg, Florida, is seeking a customer service-oriented professional with 5 to 7 years of experience in the insurance industry. The successful candidate will manage a Book of Business, collaborate with producers for tailored insurance solutions, and maintain professional relationships with clients and underwriters.

This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently, and proficiency in relevant software. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including performance bonuses and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of related experience required.
• Experience with multiple insurance carriers and varied policy forms.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Dependable and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage a Book of Business and collaborate with producers.
• Develop insurance programs for client needs.
• Assist Producer in servicing accounts.
• Liaise between client and carrier.
• Process transactions and generate billing invoices.

Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Applied EPIC Agency Management System

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The ideal candidate will be extremely customer service oriented and will represent the agency with the highest ethical standards with a minimum of 5 to 7 years of industry experience. The candidate must be an exceedingly effective communicator and a team player. This is a fast paced environment and requires the ability to multi‑task and prioritize on a daily basis. The individual should have a positive attitude and be a quick learner. He/she must be able to work independently in this position.

JOB DUTIES

• Work collaboratively and cooperatively with others, with a commitment to a workplace of dignity and respect, in compliance with equal employment opportunity standards and regulations.
• Accept direction and coaching from supervisors and managers, in compliance with the Agency's policies and procedures.
• Manage a Book of Business.
• Collaborate with producer to develop an insurance program that will adequately respond to the client’s total risk management needs.
• Assist Producer in servicing and remarketing existing accounts for commercial lines.
• Keep producer informed regarding client issues.
• Visit clients outside the office with the producer if needed.
• Coordinate expirations with producer to obtain renewal information. Maintain expiration control log.
• Act as a liaison between client and carrier by collecting detailed risk and underwriting information, including loss history, from client and communicating the information to the carrier.
• Work closely with company underwriters in negotiating sales and service related items on behalf of the client.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with company representatives and underwriters.
• Cross‑sell and round out existing accounts within assigned Book of Business.
• Determine premiums, prepare proposals for clients.
• Prepare coverage comparisons as needed.
• Issue binders, extensions and certificates as needed with assistance from CSR.
• Maintain all underwriting, marketing, applications, and other information essential for documentation purposes.
• Review incoming mail, route appropriate items to CSR for processing and prioritize daily workflow.
• Check new and renewal policies for accuracy in rating, typing, coverage, signatures. Ensure that these items are delivered and/or mailed to client.
• Process transactions to generate billing invoices and prepare premium finance contracts with assistance from CSR.
• Receive phone calls from clients and companies regarding insurance matters or administrative issues, and comply with the request.
• Search company records to obtain information requested by customer.
• Analyze policy transactions and correct company records to adjust errors.
• Interpret policy provisions to determine methods of effecting desired changes, type of insurance, or change in method of payment.
• Maintain paper and electronic activity system and documentation to follow up on outstanding orders, correspondence, reports, and follow up on overdue and activity items.
• Keep informed of industry developments through review of trade press and by attending insurance carrier training meetings on new products, etc.
• Actively pursue referral opportunities to other departments.

This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, based on Agency needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four‑year college or university; or five to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience working with multiple insurance carriers and varied policy forms and coverages.
• Knowledge of Applied "EPIC" Agency Management System beneficial.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Organizational & time management skills.
• Dependable and Team Player.

This role is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre‑Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short‑term Disability, Long‑term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well‑Being Stipend, Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

These benefits do not apply to internship roles.

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.

The IMA Financial Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The IMA Financial Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.