What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager- Employee Benefits- Remote position at Insurance Office of America?
Description
Insurance Office of America (IOA) is the fourth largest privately held insurance brokerage in the United States. Founded in 1988, IOA is a recognized leader in providing property and casualty, employee benefits, and personal lines insurance and risk management solutions as well as insurtech innovation. Headquartered in Longwood, Florida, part of the greater Orlando community, IOA has more than 1,300 associates located in over 60 offices in the U. S. and United Kingdom. In California, dba IOA Insurance Services. (#0E67768) For more information, visit www.ioausa.com.
Job Description:
Title: Account Manager – Employee Benefits
Remote: Based out of Longwood, FL | Experience: Fully Insured and Self-Funded
About the Role: Responsible for IOA Benefits Account Management activities under Producer direction. Responsibilities include client service and communication, team leadership, directing daily tasks and work activities of Account Coordinators, team and individual productivity, quality, and service levels, implementation of client benefits administrative processes, tracking, renewals, new client setup, data management/entry, Producer communication, team and individual professional development, identification of sales opportunities, and upholding IOA core values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Management: Manage an assigned book of business, ensuring performance requirements are met and no liability occurs.
- Client Service: Deliver outstanding service, anticipate client needs, maintain professional communication, and respond quickly to requests.
- Team Leadership: Lead the account team with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to assist others.
- Daily Activities: Direct daily activities of Account Coordinator(s), assign tasks, communicate expectations, monitor execution, and recommend corrective actions.
- Business Growth: Identify and act on sales opportunities to grow IOA business.
- New Business Setup: Manage new business setup, including data gathering, client file creation, communication, AOR notifications, carrier rates, internal services setup, compliance audits, client education, and employee meetings.
- Renewal Process: Manage renewals by verifying client data, updating files, liaising with clients and carriers, obtaining rates, ensuring internal services usage, performing audits, coordinating training, and conducting meetings.
- Client Relationships: Build and improve client relationships, seek feedback, and implement improvements.
- Intermediary Role: Advocate for clients and carriers to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Value-Added Solutions: Identify and implement value-added solutions for clients.
- Professional Development: Support team training and development, promote a positive work environment, and seek continuous improvement.
- Communication: Maintain transparent communication with Producers and team members.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies and industry standards.
- Champion IOA core values and demonstrate integrity and leadership.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
- 5 years of industry experience
- Required active licensing
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Strong organizational, delegation, and decision-making skills
- High accuracy in handling large work volumes
- 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)
Insurance Office of America is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
https://www.ioausa.com/
