Commercial Lines Proposal Specialist

Company: Alera Group
Location: Comstock Park
Posted on: June 26, 2022

Job Description:

Lighthouse, an Alera Group Company is seeking a Commercial Lines Proposal Specialist in their Property & Casualty Commercial Lines department. As a Commercial Lines Proposal Specialist, you will work closely with Producers and Account Managers to obtain quotes from insurance carriers and vendor partners. This successful candidate will be an independent, detail-----oriented, self-----starter who can develop strong rapport with Account Executives and underwriters. The ability to organize and prioritize work during high volume periods to provide timely and creative new business proposals is a critical component of this role. This position requires interaction with our current and prospective clients, carrier partners, and Lighthouse Group colleagues. Responsibilities

• Comply with state laws, policy, and organizational procedures.
• Obtain and maintain production levels established by leadership.
• Create thorough new business and renewal business submissions; including risk narratives, loss ratio analysis, contract analysis, coverage analysis, and any additional required supporting material.
• Ability to perform front-----line underwriting to ensure profitable growth of Lighthouse Group--------s book of business.
• Consistently demonstrate timely follow-----up with carrier partners and brokerages following an initial submission.
• Maintain a healthy partnership with each Account Executive by consistently operating with a sense of urgency and a high level of communication on all new business and renewal opportunities.
• Demonstrate the ability to professionally negotiate contract terms while maintaining positive, long-----term relationships.
• Develop a strong understanding of carrier appetite, industry-specific exposures, and coverages to ensure proposals provide industry-leading protection.
• Communicate carrier trends and placement to leadership in real-time to ensure established carrier goals are obtained.
• Consistently convert new, quoted submissions into written accounts at or above the established carrier and industry standards.
• Create and maintain a positive work environment -----" build trust, open communication, creative thinking & cohesive teamwork.
• Support Lighthouse Group culture by leading by example.
• Performs other duties and projects as required. Qualifications
  • Advanced professional designation highly desirable (LIC, CIC, CPCU, etc)
  • 3-5 years of insurance industry experience
  • Possess or willing to obtain a Property and Casualty License
  • Professional presence and presentation ability
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret insurance policies
  • Very strong verbal and written communication abilities
  • Ability to calculate figures such as commissions, interest, carrier rating, and percentages
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • High School Required / Bachelor--------s degree preferred Equal Opportunity Employment We--------re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If you--------re a California resident, please read the California Consumer Privacy Act prior to applying. #pandoIQPandoLogic. Keywords: Commercial and Personal Lines Producer, Location: Comstock Park, MI - 49321

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