Account Manager (Hybrid or Remote)

Description

Job Description:

Title: Account Manager - Commercial Lines

Hybrid (out of our Binghamton / Rochester / Syracuse, NY office)
OR Fully Remote (EST locations)
Book Focus: Construction, Contractors, Workers Comp.

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 transparent communication with the account team, ensuring all parties are informed of workload status, questions, concerns, and discrepancies.
• Service Excellence: Deliver excellent service and proactively anticipate client needs.
• Policy Compliance: Stay updated on company policies and procedures.
• Champion IOA core values and demonstrate integrity and leadership.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• 3 years of account management experience 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, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication 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

Insurance Office of America is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.