What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager - Commercial Insurance position at Insurance Office of America?
Title: Account Manager - Commercial Lines
Hybrid / Remote: 1-2 days in office| Location: Encino, CA | Book Focus: Entertainment
About the Role: Manage an assigned book of business, ensuring account retention and supporting new business. Coordinate day-to-day administrative and customer service activities, resolving complex issues, and ensuring no errors or omissions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Technical Competence: Maintain technical competence and industry expertise.
- Team Leadership: Direct daily activities of the account management team.
- Customer Service: Handle customer service requests, policy administration, billing, claims, and coverage analysis.
- Policy Management: Manage policy expirations and renewals.
- Renewal Process: Conduct client research, prepare submissions, negotiate coverages, and present proposals.
- Accounts Receivable: Monitor reports and take action on delinquent accounts, collecting outstanding balances.
- System Maintenance: Maintain agency management systems and carrier/vendor platforms, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
- Activity Monitoring: Monitor and maintain activity/suspense to ensure timely completion.
- Communication: Maintain frequent, transparent communication with the account team regarding workload status and any issues.
- Service Excellence: Deliver excellent service, proactively anticipate needs, and respond quickly to service requests.
- Policy Compliance: Stay updated on company policies and procedures.
- Continuous Improvement: Seek and adopt best practices to improve individual and team performance.
- Champion IOA Values: Demonstrate integrity and leadership.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
- , or 5 years in the insurance industry
- Thorough knowledge of insurance brokerage and client needs
- Required active licensing; professional designation (CIC or equivalent) preferred
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Exceptional customer service, communication, multitasking, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- High School Diploma (or equivalent)
What We Offer:
- Competitive salaries and bonus potential
- Company-paid health insurance
- Paid holidays, vacations, and sick time
- 401K with employer match
- Employee stock plan participation
- Professional growth and career progression opportunities
- Respectful culture and work/family life balance
- Community service commitment
- Supportive teammates and a rewarding work environment
What to Expect (Application Process):
- 30-Minute Phone Screen, Online Assessments, and Interview(s)
Salary Range: $75,000.00 to $90,000.00/Year
*Salary range variable depending on experience
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid Property & Casualty license?
- How many years experience in Commercial Insurance do you have?
- What AMS systems are you most proficient?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Encino, CA 91436
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000
