Commercial Lines Senior Marketing Specialist

Job DetailsJob Location: Houston Branch - Houston, TX 77070Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 SalaryJob Category: Commercial Lines SupportJob Summary

The Senior Marketing Specialist will assist commercial agents and support staff with the placement of both new and renewal business and coverages of all lines of business. The Senior Marketing Specialist will deal directly with, and maintain a close business relationship with, underwriters and brokers on behalf of the agency and agents during the process of securing coverage.

Essential Job Functions

Negotiate premiums and terms for all levels of all lines of coverage

Perform all necessary rating sufficient for policy quotation and/or issuance on the carrier website or rating programs; calculate premium when the company-rating program is available

Perform comprehensive coverage comparisons between quote terms and conditions, past and current premiums, including exposure changes

Facilitate internal and external meetings when required

Coordinate and facilitate renewal meetings with agents and support staff to determine Marketing suggestions for policy expirations

Obtain the required information throughout the Marketing process needed to secure quotes and terms, keeping producers and support staff informed of marketing efforts

Work with the Operations Manager to keep commercial lines staff informed of new systems, procedures, and insurance company regulations.

Serve as liaison with company representatives and keep alert to commercial lines market conditions by scheduling regular meetings with company underwriters and key contacts

Meet with company representative to update the carrier appetite, underwriting guidelines, etc.

Work with producers to design proposals that demonstrate the firm’s product knowledge and ensure client satisfaction

Troubleshoot carrier and coverage matters professionally with the most reasonable outcome for all parties concerned

Participate in discussions and reviews of the current market situation as it pertains to specific accounts

Attend sales meetings and maintain ongoing communication with sales staff to ensure mutual understanding and support of sales/marketing functions

Participate in seminars and other training to maintain required licenses and for knowledge and skill development

Additional Responsibilities

This job description is intended to describe the level of work required of the person performing the position. Essential functions are outlined; however, other duties may be assigned, as needs arise, or as required to support the essential functions. Specific performance objectives may be developed each year to measure the performance of the tasks and functions listed in this job description.

Telecommuting opportunities vary by location, department, and business need and are subject to change, as needed. Each manager will provide details on any telecommuting opportunities, as well as scheduling, within their department.

QualificationsJob Qualifications

4-6 Years of previous insurance/marketing experience preferred

Bachelor’s degree in business or other related discipline preferred

Valid, state-issued, property and casualty license (or the ability to quickly obtain) required

CISR or other relevant insurance designations preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong presentation skills

Excellent PC skills, with the ability to effectively utilize the agency’s management systems

Sound knowledge of rating procedures and coverage, and industry operations to effectively manage, maintain, and write coverage based upon assigned client and prospect lists

Full knowledge of insurance markets

Ability to work within a fast-paced, changing priority environment

Self-motivated, with the initiative to prioritize and be self-directed

Regular and punctual attendance is required

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both colleagues and managers, across all levels

Ability to promote and maintain a team environment, willing to find accommodating solutions for our customers, companies, and the Agency

Ability to successfully adhere to company policies and procedures, as well as maintain strict confidentiality

Work Conditions and Accommodations

Fast-paced, multi-tasking, office environment with periodic high disruption and changing priorities

Ability to perform approximately 80% sedentary work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and negligible force frequently

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally

Requires operation of a computer workstation, including keyboard and video display

All requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate physical or mental impairment