Commercial Account Manager-Small Business

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants is one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry, headquartered in San Francisco. They are seeking a Commercial Account Manager for their Small Business Account Management team to provide high-quality account service to small business clients, manage policy coverage inquiries, and assist in the renewal process.

Responsibilities:

• Processes (during non-renewal periods) applications, policies, endorsements, binders, certificates, audit requests and other items related to the servicing of clients
• Assists clients with policy coverage, exclusions and related questions and assists Producers in servicing clients
• Services client accounts with oversight of Producers or Account Executives, which includes research/analysis and handling of client questions on coverage and other policy/contractual issues. Makes routine policy adjustments
• Conducts renewal process with oversight of Producers or Account Executives, including exposure analysis for client (e.g., reviews census/experience data, contractual requirements for insurance), strategizes with Producer/Account Executive and client regarding whether to market and if applicable, conducts market comparisons by analyzing insurance rate and renewal information, obtains and evaluates quotes, negotiates premium and commission rates on behalf of clients for best alternatives (with full authority from EPIC to act on its behalf), prepares proposal, and oversees accuracy of insurance binder
• Provides support to Producers and, if applicable, Account Executives, including preparing presentations and proposals, and participating in meetings with prospective clients as part of team
• Maintains client files in appropriate systems. prepares billing and provides standard office/administrative support
• Consistently establishes and maintains high levels of trust and confidence with clients by initiating introductions, through periodic contacts, and by promptly responding and resolving client questions and issues
• Process all applications, policies, endorsements, incoming mail, binders, schedules, certificates, audits, and other items related to the servicing of clients policies in a timely and accurate manner
• Inform and educate clients about policy coverage, changes, exclusions, and insurance coverage needs
• Assist clients in making coverage changes
• Responsible for timely, accurate invoicing and monthly expirations
• Meet all quality and timeliness standards in the Agency Management System while properly documenting all activity
• Other duties may be assigned
• In conjunction with the Sales Team, determine strategy which includes coverage determination, target pricing, marketing determination
• Submit applications with proper supporting documentation and follow up to ensure timely receipt of quotes and policies
• Aggressively and professionally negotiate premiums and commissions with underwriters and wholesalers
• Prepare proposals and provide other technical support in the sales process as needed
• Work with the Sales Team to refer current and prospective clients to E.P.I.C.’s Employee benefits, and Private Client Departments for solicitation for those lines of business
• Other duties may be assigned
• Set priorities and manage workflow for self to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate processing of all responsibilities
• Maintain cordial and effective relations with clients, co-workers, carriers, wholesalers, vendors, and other business contacts
• Maintain up-to-date proposals, workflow logs, manuals or other required documentation and records
• Interact with others effectively utilizing good communication skills, cooperating purposefully, and providing information and guidance as needed to achieve the business goals of the Company
• Stay informed regard industry information, new product/program developments, coverages, legislation, technology to continuously improve knowledge and performance
• Other duties may be assigned
• Work effectively to resolve problems or enhance service in a timely manner
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Full knowledge of Property Casualty lines of coverage and services
• Recognize problems and respond appropriately
• Able to analyze situations logically in order to draw solid conclusions
• Demonstrate experience with Agency Management Systems, rating procedures, coverages, and industry operations to effectively manage, maintain, and write assigned clients and prospects
• Advanced knowledge of navigating the Internet as well as various Microsoft Office programs to include Windows, Outlook, Word & Excel
• Strong attention to detail and time management abilities
• Strong ability to multi-task and assign priority
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently both with and without direct supervision
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment as well as independently
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral

Requirements:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required
• 2 (two) or more years experience in mid-size brokerage or carrier
• Must have working knowledge of a variety of Microsoft Office computer software applications to include word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires teamwork, demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy
• Fire and Casualty Broker License
• Full knowledge of Property Casualty lines of coverage and services
• Strong attention to detail and time management abilities
• Strong ability to multi-task and assign priority
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently both with and without direct supervision
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment as well as independently
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral
• College degree preferred