Experienced Commercial Lines Account Manager

Watkins believes work should matter. We protect people, support businesses, and create space for our team to do their best work. We are hiring a Commercial Lines Account Manager to join a high-performing team with decades of experience, a dedicated department trainer, and full coverage support for PTO days. In this role, you will steward a complex multi-line book of business and serve as the primary advocate for a portfolio of 200+ commercial accounts . You will partner with multiple producers, a collaborative service team, and national carrier relationships to deliver the responsive, expert-level client experience Watkins is known for. This is not an entry-level role. It is built for a seasoned commercial lines professional who is ready to own a meaningful book, lead renewals, and make an impact from day one. WHAT YOU'LL DO Own the relationship. Serve as the primary point of contact for your commercial accounts, building trusted partnerships that drive retention. Advise with authority. Identify coverage gaps and exposures, recommend solutions, and guide clients through complex risk decisions with confidence. Drive renewals. Lead the remarketing process, negotiate terms with carriers, and deliver renewal strategies a minimum of 60 days ahead of expiration. Manage complexity. Take the lead on complex accounts for a newer, growing producer while handling routine renewals independently for a senior partner. Collaborate to win. Work alongside producers and underwriters to retain existing business and support new account acquisition. Stay current. Maintain compliance, keep pace with evolving coverage trends, and apply working knowledge of General Liability and commercial property lines. WHAT YOU BRING Required Active Texas P&C License Minimum 5 years of commercial lines account management experience in an agency setting Generalist knowledge across commercial lines, with strength in commercial property coverage Demonstrated ability to lead renewals, manage carrier relationships, and service complex accounts Strong communication, organization, and follow-through Preferred Applied EPIC experience Expertise in General Liability coverage Experience managing accounts in the construction industry WHAT YOU'LL LOVE Work on a diverse, interesting commercial book with real complexity and scope Join a team with decades of collective experience and a genuine culture of support Competitive pay and benefits effective the first of the month following hire Tools, training, and a dedicated department trainer to help you stay current and grow A workplace that values clarity, service, and doing what is right ABOUT WATKINS INSURANCE GROUP Watkins Insurance Group is Central Texas's largest independently owned insurance agency. Since 1949, we have protected people, property, and purpose with clarity and local expertise. With more than 160 professionals across Texas, we bring the strength of national carrier relationships and the service of a trusted local partner. READY TO APPLY? Apply today. Our team reviews applications weekly. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 10 business days. #J-18808-Ljbffr