Surety Account Manager

Surety Account Manager This employee should display a strong entrepreneurial spirit, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Have a passion for working with people, enjoy developing and managing customer relationships, can properly prioritize project management and conveys strong analytical skills. As a Surety Account Manager you will utilize customer service and marketing skills to communicate with our business partners and vendor relationships, via bond requests and/or general day-to-day communications with some of the best contractors and underwriters in the marketplace. We require someone who possess the ability to interpret the information presented in bond requests and can accurately transcribe and process bonds in a timely manner, while prioritizing accordingly. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Primary client contact for day to day bonding questions Develop proficiency with internal systems utilized by American Global (Erlon & Applied Epic) Follow the policies and practices of American Global Account Manager should ensure they are on Powers of Attorney (POA's) for all carriers where they do business Learn all aspects of surety business along with the proper underwriting requirements Builds and promotes strong relationships with business partners, carriers and all stakeholders vested in the process Input data into internal software or spreadsheets and as needed to review with other associates Update information as required to keep files current and respond to underwriter's request on assigned accounts Communicates with clients and underwriters through the request process, including the provision of proper underwriting materials Process all new bond requests in a timely manner Adherence to surety's granted Line of Authority Keep customers informed of status of any request Ability to clearly explain problems/concerns to co-workers, supervisors and/or agency principals and suggest/recommend solutions Participate in all company meetings Review issued bonds, endorsements or riders for accuracy Oversee Account Associate work for quality checking and assist in training of Account Associates where needed Provide backup for other team members in their absence Process all invoices for new and renewal bonds in accordance with current procedures Responds to accounting issues with appropriate adjustments/corrections within prescribed timelines Copy, scan and file documents for all assigned accounts Undertake various duties as assigned Responsible for billing accurately and timely Responsible for following with clients on invoice collections (receivables) and working with accounting to keep up to date on client billings Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook). A minimum of five years of industry experience Proficiency with Applied Epic, Erlon, and any related agency management system Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Excellent analytical, multi-tasking and organizational skills; Strong attention to detail. Ability to solve problems and think independently and as part of a team. Notary License required or obtain within first year of employment Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation required. Ability to travel as required. Education & Licensing Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred or related work experience Home State P&C Insurance License