Account Executive, Commercial Lines

Job Summary

The Commercial Lines Account Executive manages an assigned book of business, develops client relationships and delivers to grow and retain clients.
Alongside the Producer, the Account Executive is responsible for overseeing management of assigned accounts including redundant interface with appropriate decision makers, proactive consultation, insurance program design, carrier interface/marketing, coordination of risk control resources, relevant collaboration with colleagues throughout HUB, and negotiation of coverage terms and conditions.
The Account Executive will work with other members of the client service team, involving assigned individuals appropriately in service-related activities in support of clients.


Duties & Responsibilities
• Serves as the HUB's primary consultant to the client on assigned accounts.
The Producer has primary responsibility for client relationship management and initiating new sales.
The AE has primary responsibility for retaining the account, acting as the de facto technical expert and broker-consultant.

• Ensures Producers, when assigned, are fully informed about and prepared for all client meetings and interfaces so as to be able to competently and proactively manage the client relationship.

• Establishes and maintain strong and productive professional relationships with "C-Level" and other decision makers for assigned HUB clients.

• Obtains a detailed knowledge of the client's business and industry, articulates applicable exposures to loss, insurance coverages, and appropriate/available risk management/control solutions.

• Establishes and maintains strong and productive professional relationships with insurance carrier marketing, underwriting, and risk control staff, including a detailed familiarity with each carrier's products and services in support of assigned clients.

• Directly oversees and coordinates the delivery of all HUB services to assigned clients throughout the policy cycle, including stewardship reports, delivery of risk control services, carrier meetings, claims reviews, preparation of coverage outlines, and marketing of emergent and renewal coverage requests.

• Alongside the Producer, if assigned, or primarily responsible for maintaining current receivable status for assigned clients.
Proactive efforts to collect receivables more than 30 days past-due should be undertaken, with each unresolved circumstance documented and reported to accounting.

• Ensures that all client service needs are promptly and professionally delivered, either directly by the AE or via HUB colleagues (e.g.
AMs, Small Business Unit, Risk Control,

The AE is accountable for the competence, timeliness, and quality of all deliverables to the client.

• Conducts annual review w/clients making coverage and loss control recommendations focused on reducing the clients' total cost of risk.

• Manages HUB Top 200 process.

• Identifies opportunities for cross-sell and up-sell of other HUB products and services when appropriate for the clients' needs.
Documents other insurance products and services the clients are purchasing through other providers and who those providers are.

• Works cooperatively and professionally with Account Team colleagues to deliver HUB services, using the interface as an opportunity to teach, train, and mentor Account Team members.

• Utilizes various HUB and industry resources and tools that are available to best serve clients.

• Complies with HUB procedures and state/federal insurance regulations.

• Interfaces with HUB and carrier's claims teams to monitor and manage significant claims to resolution.

• Leads special projects for Producer and Account Team related to carrier program negotiation and development, including but not limited to gathering statistical data and industry specific coverage forms and analysis.


Qualifications
High School Diploma / GED
• 7+ years insurance industry experience (brokerage preferred) or equivalent combination of education & experience
• Property & Causality License Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Ability to effectively and professionally communicate orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Computer skills: proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and agency management systems.
Critical Thinking: Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Desire to learn and grow within the insurance industry.
Confidence and demeanor to effectively interact with all levels within the organization.
Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships; work effectively with insurance and service vendors to gain cooperation in meeting clients' needs.
Ability to respond to customer needs, solicit customer feedback to improve service, and handle difficult or emotional customer situations promptly and accurately.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages.
Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks and responsibilities in order to complete assignments on time and with optimal accuracy.
Ability to effectively work with a team and coach others in developing their skills and abilities.
Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands This position primarily involves remaining in a stationary position for the majority of the workday.
The person in this position frequently communicates with colleagues and clients both in person and on the telephone; Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
ABOUT HUB:

In a rapidly changing world, HUB advises businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected.
As one of the worlds' largest insurance brokers, our focus is dedicated to providing our customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected-through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions that put our clients in control.
Our growing team of professionals across North America represents a broad, deep and one-of -a kind aggregation of entrepreneurs and leaders recognized for their excellence throughout the insurance community.


THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are seeking a Property & Casualty Claims Advocate to facilitate a smooth interaction between the client and the carrier regarding property & casualty issues The Claims Advocate monitors ongoing property & casualty activity and alerts HUB Producer team to any potential claim or potential loss control issues.


Duties & Responsibilities Prepare and present claim reviews to clients on a periodic basis.
Assist in Third Party Administrator (TPA) and insurance carrier selections.
Ensures client questions / concerns are addressed by claims department or Third Party Administrator.
Interact with clients by telephone and in person, on a periodic basis to deliver and gather information.
Negotiates plans of actions and reserve reductions with insurers.
Assist producers in conducting claim with clients and carriers.
Analyze loss history to identify risk reduction strategies for producers.
Attend sales presentations or renewal visits to present claims, programs for the reduction of risk, or loss information to insureds.
Implement correction of errors of the carrier.
Keep abreast of and apply a working knowledge of policy coverage in its application to property & casualty claims.
Maintains accurate and organized claim files by appropriately documenting conversations with clients and carrier representatives; updates all HUB computer systems and automated agency management systems; ensures the accuracy of data.
Seeks continued knowledge and stays abreast of changes in the insurance industry and other external conditions that may impact their clients.
Makes appropriate recommendations to clients in response to those changes; Attends industry related continuing education training and courses.
Responsible for accessing and utilization of all claims related carrier on- line systems.
Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
Job Specifications Qualifications High School Diploma / GED 5-7 years property & casualty claims adjustment experience (brokerage preferred) or equivalent combination of education & experience Property & Casualty License required or willingness to obtain within 3 months Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Confidence and demeanor to effectively interact with all levels within the organization.
Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and agency management systems.
Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Critical Thinking: Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks and responsibilities in order to complete assignments on time and with optimal accuracy.
Ability to effectively and professionally communicate orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships; work effectively with insurance and service vendors to gain cooperation in meeting clients' needs.
Ability to respond to customer needs, solicit customer feedback to improve service, and handle difficult or emotional customer situations promptly and accurately.
Ability to effectively work with a team and coach others in developing their skills and abilities.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Desire to learn and grow within the insurance industry.
Qualifications High School Diploma / GED 5-7 years property & casualty claims adjustment experience (brokerage preferred) or equivalent combination of education & experience Property & Casualty License required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Confidence and demeanor to effectively interact with all levels within the organization.
Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and agency management systems.
Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Critical Thinking: Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks and responsibilities in order to complete assignments on time and with optimal accuracy.
Ability to effectively and professionally communicate orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships; work effectively with insurance and service vendors to gain cooperation in meeting clients' needs.
Ability to respond to customer needs, solicit customer feedback to improve service, and handle difficult or emotional customer situations promptly and accurately.
Ability to effectively work with a team and coach others in developing their skills and abilities.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Desire to learn and grow within the insurance industry.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands This position primarily involves remaining in a stationary position for the majority of the workday.
The person in this position frequently communicates with colleagues and clients both in person and on the telephone; Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
WHY CHOOSE HUB?
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Throughout our network of more than 450 HUB offices in North America, we offer a competitive exciting and friendly work environment that strategically positions our employees for longevity and success.
At HUB, we believe in investing in the future of our employees, and provide continuous opportunities for growth and development.
Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment that empowers our people to make the best decisions for our customers and organization, focusing on expanding the industry knowledge of our insurance professionals to better serve our valued clients.
We are committed to providing you with competitive and flexible benefits options that are rooted in your current needs, yet evolves as your needs change over time.
Join us in taking the first step toward creating a future that combines a diverse, challenging work environment with financial security and career satisfaction.


We are the perfect fit if you: Are seeking a progressive work environment at a rapidly growing organization Have a desire to help others protect their future Have an entrepreneurial spirit and are challenged by the opportunity to grow the business Are focused on learning and development to enhance your industry knowledge and expertise Are a self-starter willing to invest time and energy to learn the technical aspects of our business Believe in integrity and building success by developing relationships with others LIKE US SO FAR?

Take the first step toward creating a future that combines a diverse, challenging work environment with financial security and career satisfaction.
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