Northeast Construction - Insurance Placement Representative

About the role

Join our team of capable, committed professionals who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day. EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants is a fast-growing firm headquartered in New York City, with over 3,000 employees nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business placements and assigned renewals from strategy through binding
• Serve as a client/prospect facing insurance professional for large, complex construction accounts
• Design and negotiate insurance programs, including coverage analysis and risk-related consulting
• Manage renewals with a high degree of autonomy
• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers, wholesalers, producers and clients
• Attend pre-renewal meetings to develop renewal strategy and address exposure changes
• Participate in new business planning and update meetings with producers and sales leaders
• Negotiate renewal terms with carriers and review quotes for accuracy and intent
• Prepare and submit applications, proposals and supporting documentation to markets
• Bind coverage within company guidelines and ensure accurate documentation in internal systems
• Train, mentor and delegate work to Placement Support team members
• Identify cross-sell and account-rounding opportunities to support retention and growth
• Serve as a subject matter resource to colleagues on coverage, markets and processes
• Participate in new business development activities, including occasional travel
• Comply with internal procedures while meeting service, quality and performance expectations

Requirements

• 5+ years of insurance marketing, placement or brokering experience (construction-focused)
• Strong understanding of the New York construction insurance marketplace
• Proven ability to manage large, complex accounts with limited oversight
• Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of accountability and ownership
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Positive, professional demeanor with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a commercial insurance agency (marketing and/or client service)
• Active Property & Casualty License
• Commitment to maintaining required continuing education
• Advanced designations preferred (CRIS, CPCU, AAI, CIC)
• Strong working knowledge of commercial lines underwriting, coverages, and risk analysis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and agency management systems (Sagitta, ImageRight preferred)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Highly motivated, resourceful, and goal-driven with a strong service mindset

Skills

• Construction-focused insurance experience
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage large, complex accounts
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Benefits

EPIC offers generous paid time off, managed PTO, and other benefits including:

• Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave
• Employee referral bonus program
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Leadership Development
• Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause & Midlife Support
• Wellness & Employee Assistance Programs

Pay

The national average salary for this role is $125,000.00 - 150,000.00 in base pay and exclusive of any bonuses or benefits. The base pay offered will be determined based on your experience, skills, training, certifications and education, while also considering internal equity and market data.

Schedule

EPIC offers a hybrid schedule with a preference for remote work from home, with occasional in-person meetings and travel as needed.