Commercial Account Executive
Choice Financial Group · Southington, CT · 7 mo ago
Customer ServiceFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned commercial accounts.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients through proactive communication and service excellence.
- Conduct regular account reviews, renewals, and coverage assessments to ensure adequate protection.
- Manage all aspects of the client lifecycle, including policy changes, certificates of insurance, endorsements, audits, cancellations, and reinstatements.
- Prepare, market, and present renewal proposals and new business submissions.
- Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Assist clients with claims reporting and follow-through, partnering with carriers as necessary.
- Evaluate client exposures and gather information needed for quoting and underwriting.
- Prepare submissions and negotiate terms, pricing, and coverage with carriers.
- Maintain strong carrier relationships to optimize placement strategies and client outcomes.
- Ensure all client files are maintained in compliance with agency standards, industry regulations, and E&O protocols.
- Document all client interactions and transactions accurately in the agency management system.
- Identify cross-selling and up-selling opportunities within existing accounts.
- Support producers in securing new business and meeting agency growth goals.
- Maintain high retention levels by delivering exceptional service and strategic insurance solutions.
Qualifications
- High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 3+ years of commercial lines insurance experience (agency or carrier), preferred.
- Active Property & Casualty license required.
- Strong knowledge of commercial insurance coverages, terminology, and underwriting guidelines.
- Excellent communication, client service, and relationship-building skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Proficiency with agency management systems (e.g., Applied Epic, AMS360, Vertafore) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate independently in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Employee Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employer-paid Group Life Insurance
- Paid Time off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Bereavement
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus