USI Insurance Services
Select Commercial Lines Marketing Specialist Team Lead
USI Insurance Services, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Job Title
Commercial Lines Marketing Specialist Team Lead – Select
Company USI Insurance Services
Job Overview As the Marketing Specialist Team Lead, you will oversee the operational activities of our regional marketing specialist department. In this pivotal role you will actively market new prospective small commercial lines client accounts to carrier partners, support our commercial line sales leaders, and ensure the team delivers exceptional service that drives business growth.
Responsibilities
Lead the full‑cycle recruitment, management, and development of the team, including workload monitoring, training, coaching, and performance management.
Track team performance against service standards using KPIs, strategic initiatives, and resource utilization.
Generate and review monthly reports to ensure timely handling of new business, post‑binding activities, open items, and backlog.
Collaborate with sales leaders and producers to understand and support prospects’ insurance needs.
Build and maintain strong carrier relationships while staying informed on market appetite.
Conduct periodic quality audits to ensure accuracy in agency and document management systems.
Provide technical expertise in onboarding new clients, supporting sales, account development, and issue resolution in alignment with company standards.
Contribute insights and recommendations during strategy meetings.
Support the full marketing cycle: develop submissions, negotiate terms, bind coverage, and execute client onboarding.
Serve as a subject matter expert on market trends, pricing, underwriting policies, and our proprietary platform and solutions, including the stewardship process.
Stay current on industry changes and assist with system testing as needed.
Qualifications
7–10 years of experience in commercial property & casualty insurance, with a comprehensive understanding of coverages, underwriting, and rating concepts.
5+ years in marketing or placement preferred.
College degree preferred.
Prior management experience strongly preferred.
Must hold a Property & Casualty insurance license.
Industry designations such as ARM, CIC, and CPCU are a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet‑based tools; familiarity with Sagitta/ImageRight is a plus.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team environment with minimal instruction.
Exceptional time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to maintain effective relationships with clients, carriers, vendors, and internal teams.
Why USI With more than $2.7 billion in revenue and over 10,000 associates across roughly 200 offices nationwide, USI is one of the world’s largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms. We invest heavily in our associates and celebrate their growth through award‑winning recognition programs, extensive learning opportunities, and a vibrant culture of wellness and community engagement.
Benefits & Recognition
Competitive salary ($95,000–$120,000) plus monthly incentive bonus, commissions, and equity program.
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, and paid family leave.
Generous paid time off, holiday pay, and wellness programs.
Industry awards: Top Insurance Employer (Insurance Business America 2018‑2024), Best Places to Work in Insurance (Business Insurance 2020‑2024), Fortune 2024 Best Workplace, and more.
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Marketing and Sales
Industry: Insurance
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Company USI Insurance Services
Job Overview As the Marketing Specialist Team Lead, you will oversee the operational activities of our regional marketing specialist department. In this pivotal role you will actively market new prospective small commercial lines client accounts to carrier partners, support our commercial line sales leaders, and ensure the team delivers exceptional service that drives business growth.
Responsibilities
Lead the full‑cycle recruitment, management, and development of the team, including workload monitoring, training, coaching, and performance management.
Track team performance against service standards using KPIs, strategic initiatives, and resource utilization.
Generate and review monthly reports to ensure timely handling of new business, post‑binding activities, open items, and backlog.
Collaborate with sales leaders and producers to understand and support prospects’ insurance needs.
Build and maintain strong carrier relationships while staying informed on market appetite.
Conduct periodic quality audits to ensure accuracy in agency and document management systems.
Provide technical expertise in onboarding new clients, supporting sales, account development, and issue resolution in alignment with company standards.
Contribute insights and recommendations during strategy meetings.
Support the full marketing cycle: develop submissions, negotiate terms, bind coverage, and execute client onboarding.
Serve as a subject matter expert on market trends, pricing, underwriting policies, and our proprietary platform and solutions, including the stewardship process.
Stay current on industry changes and assist with system testing as needed.
Qualifications
7–10 years of experience in commercial property & casualty insurance, with a comprehensive understanding of coverages, underwriting, and rating concepts.
5+ years in marketing or placement preferred.
College degree preferred.
Prior management experience strongly preferred.
Must hold a Property & Casualty insurance license.
Industry designations such as ARM, CIC, and CPCU are a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet‑based tools; familiarity with Sagitta/ImageRight is a plus.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team environment with minimal instruction.
Exceptional time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to maintain effective relationships with clients, carriers, vendors, and internal teams.
Why USI With more than $2.7 billion in revenue and over 10,000 associates across roughly 200 offices nationwide, USI is one of the world’s largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms. We invest heavily in our associates and celebrate their growth through award‑winning recognition programs, extensive learning opportunities, and a vibrant culture of wellness and community engagement.
Benefits & Recognition
Competitive salary ($95,000–$120,000) plus monthly incentive bonus, commissions, and equity program.
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, and paid family leave.
Generous paid time off, holiday pay, and wellness programs.
Industry awards: Top Insurance Employer (Insurance Business America 2018‑2024), Best Places to Work in Insurance (Business Insurance 2020‑2024), Fortune 2024 Best Workplace, and more.
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Marketing and Sales
Industry: Insurance
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