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National Life Group

Associate, Producer Contracting

National Life Group, Addison, Texas, United States, 75001

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Overview Associate, Producer Contracting

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National Life Group . This position is accountable for ensuring accurate and timely processing of contracts, amendments and appointments in compliance with state and federal licensing rules and regulations. The incumbent must provide customer service–oriented contracting services to the distributors and fellow employees of National Life Group, while supporting the company’s growth and expense management initiatives. Note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

Evaluates prospective agents' qualifications to represent the company through thorough criminal and credit background review, as well as reviewing any state licensing regulatory issues; judgment is used to determine what requirements may be needed to process negative information

Works with Recruiters, Marketing, GAs, MGAs, Office Managers and management to obtain appropriate support or release letters; notifies Legal and Marketing of issues or transfers

Governs the issuance of new business and payments of commissions until agents are legally licensed and contracted

Evaluates and interprets state insurance regulatory requirements to ensure that all agents are in compliance

Evaluates agent’s prior history with any of the company’s entities to determine eligibility for rehire or transfer

Reviews vendor-generated reports to determine if the corporation is at risk by any regulatory actions against current agents

Continuously make adjustments for changes in workflow and demand for services; find efficiencies and recommend improvements as appropriate

Participates in cross-training within the unit

Notifies field force of changes in state regulations concerning licensing for life, annuity, long term care, indexed annuities and variable products

Ensures ALC, AMS and payroll systems are correctly coded to reflect agent’s licensing status, commissions to be paid and companies representing to protect the company and agent from state regulatory actions and penalties

Ensure quality and time service standards are met

Participate in new distribution initiatives

Participate in process and efficiency improvement initiatives

Ensures MAR compliance

Directs web security access for agents

Researches errors and questions from producers; ensures timely response

Qualifications

1-2 years experience in a home office or field office setting, preferably in the insurance or other regulated financial services industry; familiarity in dealing with state regulations, contracts, etc.

High School Diploma, college degree preferred

Must have an intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); mainframe processing, and the ability to utilize dual monitors

LOMA courses or related life insurance experience/training preferred

Ability to meet established deadlines; must be able to work independently as well as being a team player

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; strong interpersonal skills a must

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Must be able to pass a background check that may include fingerprinting

Compensation and Benefits The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees.

Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package which includes: a 401(k) retirement plan match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company funded wellness account; 10 paid holidays; a generous paid time off plan; 6 weeks of paid parental leave; and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment.

Additional information National Life Group is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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