Commercial Lines Carrier Placement Specialist

Acrisure; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Mental wellness support

401(k) with immediate vesting

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A global fintech leader is looking for a Placement Specialist in Houma, Louisiana. The role involves marketing property and casualty insurance solutions for varied accounts. Responsibilities include analyzing data, preparing proposals, and effective team communication. Candidates should have 3-5 years in commercial insurance, possess strong communication skills, and be licensed in property and casualty insurance. This role emphasizes collaboration and supports professional development within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in the commercial insurance sector is required.
• Candidates must be licensed in property and casualty insurance.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are needed.

Responsibilities

• Market property and casualty insurance programs for small to middle market accounts.
• Prepare submissions and applications for both new and renewal business.
• Communicate effectively within the team environment.

Skills

Excellent phone etiquette

Written and verbal communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient with MS Office

Strong organizational skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of P&C coverages

Education

3-5 years relevant Commercial Lines experience

College degree

Licensed in property and casualty insurance

Tools

Epic

Job description

Overview

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. We connect clients with customized solutions across insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more.

In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure emphasizes entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, accountability, and collaboration to equip teams to perform at the highest levels.

Job Summary

The Placement Specialist will market property and casualty insurance programs for small to middle market accounts. This person will gather, analyze, and organize data; prepare submissions and applications, negotiate coverage terms, and prepare proposals for prospects, for both new and renewal business.

Responsibilities

• Maintain timeline and process during the new business and renewal processes, including exposure analysis, quote specifications, analysis and negotiation of coverage offers, and preparation and presentation of coverage proposals.
• Communicate effectively within the team environment, including the producer and Segment Leader.
• Review insurance policies and contracts and make recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare property and casualty insurance submissions for new business prospects and renewing accounts, including insurance specifications for each line of coverage, Acord applications using the firm’s agency management system, loss summaries, prospect profile, exposure schedules, etc.
• Attend prospect and proposal meetings with the producer, as needed.
• Analyze prospect client exposure and loss data in Excel and develop financial models of loss-sensitive programs when necessary.
• Answer prospect and carrier phone calls.
• Maintain familiarity and working relationships with various insurance companies and wholesalers.
• Handle confidential and non-routine information.
• Abide by and maintain all licensing requirements, including continuing education.
• Attend seminars, company meetings, carrier events and educational activities to improve job expertise and product knowledge.
• Work independently and within a team on special, nonrecurring, and ongoing projects.

Requirements

• Excellent phone etiquette, written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work with minimum supervision; able to accept direction on given assignments.
• Proficient with MS Office, including advanced Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure document accuracy.
• Team-oriented with strong customer service skills.
• Experience with a broker/agent, including marketing small to middle market accounts to carriers; excellent knowledge of markets.
• Strong knowledge of all basic P&C coverages.
• Demonstrated superior presentation or relationship skills to present proposals in this interactive role.

Education And Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years relevant Commercial Lines experience required
• College degree preferred
• Licensed in property and casualty insurance required
• Pursuit of a professional designation (CISR, CIC, AAI, ARM, CPCU) preferred
• Experience with Epic preferred

On-site Presence

Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Why Join Us

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from health and finances to family and future. Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital (Grand Rapids, MI), UPMC Children’s Hospital (Pittsburgh, PA) and Blythedale Children’s Hospital (Valhalla, NY).

Employee Benefits

• Physical Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Calm app subscription.
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with immediate vesting; HSA and FSA options; commuter benefits; employee discount programs.
• Family Care: Paid maternity and paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; pet insurance.
• Additional benefits may apply. Eligibility and waiting periods may vary by location.

Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting [e-mail]. Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes as required by law. California Residents: Learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy. Recruitment Fraud notice is available for review. Welcome to your new opportunity.