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HAWK AdvisersHAWK Advisers is an independent insurance agency located in downtown Roanoke, Virginia. Businesses, families, and individuals depend on HAWK Advisers to help them navigate the complexities of risk. We use a consultative approach to guide commercial, personal, and employee benefits customers through the vast insurance landscape and decision-making process. Our mission is to be the most responsive and engaging provider of risk management and insurance solutions.Job Summary:The commercial lines account manager is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and supporting the needs of our business clients. The Account Manager is committed to providing the highest service and quality standards set forth by the agency. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company and gain valuable experience working in a professional atmosphere.Why You Should Apply?Competitive compensation401kHealth InsuranceShort term & Long term disabilityDental & Vision options are voluntaryPaid time off, vacation and sick timeFlex holidaysCharitable PTO day to serve a local Non-profit organizationSupportive and collaborative team environmentModern work space equipped with onsite garage parking, break room, outdoor patio, and gym - all free to use by employeesPrimary Role:Day-to-day maintenance and servicing of assigned Commercial Lines accounts, including but not limited to:Maintaining a high level of client service and satisfactionMarketing & placement of renewal accounts as appropriateAchieving agency account retention goals through proactive account rounding, up-selling of limits and coverages, and by providing extraordinary client serviceEssential Duties:Uses company guidelines and independent judgement to prequalify accounts, recommend coverage, and cross-sell lines of businessPrepares underwriting submissions for new and renewal business, including assistance with completing supplemental applications and ACORD applicationsPrepares insurance proposals for the sale and renewal of commercial lines businessMaintains client files and ensure proper documentation by processing all policies, endorsements, binders, certificates of insurance, notices, etc.Negotiates terms and conditions with insurance carriers, including coverage and pricing. Issue requests to bind, endorse, and cancel coveragePrepares invoices, review audits, and collect forms of payment for insurance premium purposesInteracts with customers and carrier representatives, including handling service matters, complaints, disputes, and resolving grievancesResponds and consults with customers by means of professional communication including e-mail, mail, phone, fax, text, and video conferenceTransacts customary business, run reports, quote, and setup activities using web based platforms and agency management systemsSuccessfully complete continuing education and certification courses for professional licensing and development purposesAdditional Duties:Always keeps a professional appearance, positive attitude, and tidy work areaAbility to organize, prioritize and work under pressure at times; team playerKeeps informed regarding industry information, new product information, coverages, and technology to continuously improve knowledge and stay currentInteracts with others effectively by utilizing good communications skills, cooperates positively and provides information and guidance, as needed, to contribute to the business efforts of the agencyPerform other miscellaneous duties as assignedQualifications & Experience:Appropriate State license(s). Minimum 2-3 years’ insurance brokerage or equivalent experience.Extensive knowledge of all lines of commercial insurance, including sophisticated and less common coverages, especially those products represented through agencyThorough knowledge of brokerage operations including claims handling, procedures, commercial lines rating, agency management system, and applicable insurance laws/codesExperience and expertise in operating in electronic environment; excellent automation skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, document management software, carrier proprietary systems, and phone systemsFamiliarity with risk assessment and risk management techniquesExcellent time management, organizational and verbal and written communication skillsHigh degree of self-motivation and self-direction
Worksite address
roanoke, VA, 24043, US
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