Agency Management Specialist/Sr. Agency Management Specialist - Remote in the st
Selective Insurance, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Overview
Serves as a liaison between the company and agents and acts as a relationship manager for our agents, regional underwriting team and corporate departments. Assess the strengths and weaknesses of agents and assists them in achieving a mutual goal of profitable growth in both volume and policy count. Ensures that agents are familiar with and use Selective's initiatives, products, policies, procedures and services. Conducts training and mentors AMS at lower levels. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Develop a profitable agency force that is familiar with Selective's initiatives, products, policies, procedures and services.
Makes consistent underwriting decisions, adheres to company pricing philosophies and promotes ease of doing business with Selective.
Monitors agency results and follows up with agent both as to growth/profitability/share of wallet and compliance with company's initiatives, procedures and policies.
Develop professional working relationship with agent, regional underwriting and claim teams, and corporate departments. Conduct underwriting, sales and information technology training for agents and their staff.
Keep two-way communication between agent and company continuously open and viable; and encourage agent usage of all Selective systems including CLAS, PLUS and eSelect.
Perform inspections as determined by Loss Control Guide, make risk improvement or correction of deficiency recommendations and promptly follow up on same, documenting the file accordingly.
Stay alert for and advise company of any industry information, new ideas, products or any changes in other carrier philosophies that could positively or adversely affect Selective.
Audit agents One & Done book of business and provide quality assurance feedback to agent and underwriting team.
Meet regularly and frequently with CMS, Loss Control Rep, Bond Rep, Personal Lines Rep (if applicable) to discuss agency results and opportunities for greater growth and profitability.
Must be able to drive an automobile to travel within territory. Car travel represents approximately 40-50% of employee's time.
Qualifications
Must be results oriented with a proven track record in establishing, prioritizing and achieving business goals.
This role is for a seasoned AMS with proven track record.
Demonstrated superior communication, negotiation & presentation skills.
Must be a high achiever with superior organizational skills who is self‑motivated, proactive, flexible, and able to work independently, from a remote location.
Must be able to maximize technology to ensure high productivity (must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and all internal business related software).
Must have a valid state‑issued driver’s license in good standing and be able to drive an automobile.
Education and Experience
College degree preferred with 6+ years underwriting, marketing or field underwriting experience.
4 years Agency Management, rating.
3 years Claims, loss control‑inspection.
Total Rewards Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and 20 days of paid time off. The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs. Along with the base salary this role comes with an aggressive production bonus structure.
Pay Range USD $92,000.00 - USD $137,000.00 /Yr.
Additional Information Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual's unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences – and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions.
For Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Responsibilities
Develop a profitable agency force that is familiar with Selective's initiatives, products, policies, procedures and services.
Makes consistent underwriting decisions, adheres to company pricing philosophies and promotes ease of doing business with Selective.
Monitors agency results and follows up with agent both as to growth/profitability/share of wallet and compliance with company's initiatives, procedures and policies.
Develop professional working relationship with agent, regional underwriting and claim teams, and corporate departments. Conduct underwriting, sales and information technology training for agents and their staff.
Keep two-way communication between agent and company continuously open and viable; and encourage agent usage of all Selective systems including CLAS, PLUS and eSelect.
Perform inspections as determined by Loss Control Guide, make risk improvement or correction of deficiency recommendations and promptly follow up on same, documenting the file accordingly.
Stay alert for and advise company of any industry information, new ideas, products or any changes in other carrier philosophies that could positively or adversely affect Selective.
Audit agents One & Done book of business and provide quality assurance feedback to agent and underwriting team.
Meet regularly and frequently with CMS, Loss Control Rep, Bond Rep, Personal Lines Rep (if applicable) to discuss agency results and opportunities for greater growth and profitability.
Must be able to drive an automobile to travel within territory. Car travel represents approximately 40-50% of employee's time.
Qualifications
Must be results oriented with a proven track record in establishing, prioritizing and achieving business goals.
This role is for a seasoned AMS with proven track record.
Demonstrated superior communication, negotiation & presentation skills.
Must be a high achiever with superior organizational skills who is self‑motivated, proactive, flexible, and able to work independently, from a remote location.
Must be able to maximize technology to ensure high productivity (must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and all internal business related software).
Must have a valid state‑issued driver’s license in good standing and be able to drive an automobile.
Education and Experience
College degree preferred with 6+ years underwriting, marketing or field underwriting experience.
4 years Agency Management, rating.
3 years Claims, loss control‑inspection.
Total Rewards Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and 20 days of paid time off. The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs. Along with the base salary this role comes with an aggressive production bonus structure.
Pay Range USD $92,000.00 - USD $137,000.00 /Yr.
Additional Information Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual's unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences – and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions.
For Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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