What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Vice President of Carrier Relations position at Higginbotham?
Position Summary: The Assistant VP of Carrier Relations will be responsible for assisting in the managing of carrier and broker relationships. Responsible for review of agency performance with all carriers/brokers including the analysis and verification of commissions and production, etc. Acts a point person for potential agency errors and participates in research/investigation of potential E&O situations. Also acts as a resource for marketing and production staff regarding both carrier appetites and coverage analysis.
Essential Tasks:
- Management of carrier relations
- Review/analysis of financial results from carriers
- Participation in all potential E&O issues
- Market/Carrier knowledge communication to all Commercial staff
Core Competencies:
- Leadership: Display leadership skills and ability to motivate fellow employees
- Ability to Analyze and Solve Problems: Skill in recognizing challenges, exploring options, and implementing effective solutions in a timely manner
- Attention to Detail: A strong focus on completing tasks and projects accurately and thoroughly
- Communication Skills: Capable of expressing ideas clearly in both verbal and written forms and engaging with various audiences
- Timely Task Completion: Ability to finish tasks and projects efficiently, managing resources and priorities effectively
- Team Collaboration: Willingness to work together with others, promoting teamwork and supporting shared goals
- Client Focus: Dedication to understanding and addressing the needs of clients and stakeholders to ensure their satisfaction
- Dependability: Acknowledgment of the importance of being present and punctual.
- Creative Thinking: Openness to suggesting new ideas and methods to improve processes and outcome
- Organizational Skills: Capability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Adaptability: Willingness to adjust to changing situations and priorities, showing resilience in a dynamic work environment
Experience and Education:
- 10 years of Commercial Property & Casualty Marketing experience required
Licensing and Credentials:
- Active General Lines or Property & Casualty License required
- Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) or equivalent designation required
Systems:
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Applied Epic experience preferred, but knowledge of similar Account Management System (AMS) is acceptable
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Repeated use of sight to read documents and computer screens
- Repeated use of hearing and speech to communicate on telephone and in person
- Repetitive hand movements, such as keyboarding, writing, 10-key
- Walking, bending, sitting, reaching and stretching in all directions
