Commercial Lines, Senior Account Executive
Job Description
About the Role
Title: Commercial Lines Sr. Account Executive (Remote)
Location:
Full-time
Hybrid
Bethesda -Rock Spring 410
Bethesda, MD 20817, USA
MD – Telecommuter
Telecommuter, MD 00000, USA
Reston, VA 20190, USA
VA – Telecommuter
Telecommuter, VA 00000, USA
Washington, DC 20036, USA
Washington, DC 99999, USA
Charlotte – Roxborough
Charlotte, NC 28211, USA
NC – Telecommuter
Telecommuter, NC 00000, USA
Accomac – Lankford Hwy
Accomac, VA 23301, USA
Beltsville – Corridor B
Beltsville, MD 20705, USA
Rockville – Preserve Pkwy
Rockville, MD 20854, USA
Job Description:
NFP, an Aon Company, is a multi-year Best Places to Work award winner in Business Insurance who has also earned the 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) award from Insurance Business magazine and the WORK180 employer endorsement. We are an organization of consultative advisors and problem solvers. We help companies and individuals around the globe address their most significant risk, workforce, wealth management and retirement challenges through custom solutions and a people-first approach. To learn more, please visit: https://www.NFP.com.
Summary of Role:
The primary functions of this position are to provide quality service to clients, manage and control client relationships, and support Producers in their efforts to attract and retain clients. The Sr. Account Executive (AE) will be the day-to-day liaison between the insurance company and designated middle-market accounts.
Daily servicing of clients will include contract analysis, coverage and exposure analysis, endorsement activity, problem-solving, renewal management, preparation of quotes/proposals, and binding of coverage. The AE will assist Producer(s) with the above functions when applicable.
AE should have knowledge and experience in all areas of commercial insurance. As needed, AE will coordinate with Producers on strategic account issues and potential challenges. AE is responsible for the successful fulfillment of corporate strategies and compliance with company workflows and procedures.
This is a full-time position, ideally working hybrid from any of our DMV or NC offices. We will also consider a remote option for well-experienced CL candidates.
Essential Core Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide the most prompt, accurate, and professional service that customers have ever receivedâ¦anywhere
Increase revenue by rounding out commercial lines accounts
Develop, maintain, and manage the client relationship, always striving for excellence
Specific Requirements:
General Client Management
Build and maintain constructive and effective relationships with clients by meeting and exceeding expectations
Provide consistent, accurate, timely, and pertinent communication to clients
Utilize company workflows and processes to initiate and maintain contact with clients as well as to update coverages, review exposures, and discuss opportunities for account rounding
Respond to client inquiries/issues promptly
Resolve/assist with any service issues/questions
Assist Producers and broking team in design of or independently design insurance plans for clients
Assist clients in making appropriate coverage changes, making each contact a marketing opportunity
Inform and educate clients about coverage, exclusions, and exposures and document electronic files accordingly
Monitor and review client satisfaction
Electronically document all communication with clients
Review policies and coverages
Follow established agency workflows and procedures for effective utilization of agency management system
Take advantage of personal and professional development opportunities such as continuing education, professional designations, and in-house training
Adhere to all state laws and regulations regarding insurance agents (licensing, continuing education, etc)
Renewal
As appropriate, market, negotiate, prepare and analyze alternative renewal options
Develop written, graphic, and electronic renewal materials as appropriate
Respond to requests for additional information from insurance carriers and processing department in timely, professional manner, providing accurate and complete information
Account Management
Understand underwriting and rating rationale for all types of commercial policies
Quote and propose commercial lines policies, alone or in cooperation with Producer and/or broking team
Provide technical support to Producers (coverage recommendations; quoting; creation of proposals; creation and management of activities, etc) to assist clients and reach company’s business goals
Prepare proposals and applications, alone or in cooperation with Producer and/or broking team
Remarket accounts
Maintain agency management system files by accurately and consistently documenting conversations, inputting policy details accurately, and complying with company workflows and Policies and Procedures
Business Development
Seek referrals from client base and assist Producer and/or broking team in placing new accounts
Utilize renewal management process to round accounts
Other Duties
Assist with or complete other tasks as directed by management
Job Specifications/Requirements:
Property and casualty insurance license upon hire
Ideally 10 years, Minimum of 5 years’, experience in Commercial Lines P&C
Mastery of commercial insurance underwriting, coverage, and rate analysis
In-depth knowledge of insurance coverages and an ability to communicate this knowledge clearly to clients and underwriters
Understanding of marketplace trends and best practices to meet clients’ needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize and self-manage workload
Strong negotiating skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Experience with EPIC preferred or other CRM required
What We Offer:
NFP is proud to offer a competitive salary, PTO and paid holidays, 401(k) with match, exclusive discount programs, health and wellness programs, and more. Our people-first culture focuses on building and nurturing lifelong relationships with our employees because, at the end of the day, we exist to be there for others. The base salary range for this position is $70,000 â $190,000. The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location. Actual base salary offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.
NFP and You… Better Together!
NFP is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
