Broker - Commercial P&C - Wholesale E&S

Bridge Specialty Group•Metairie, LA

About The Position

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Bridge Specialty Group is seeking an experienced Commercial Property & Casualty Broker to join our growing team in Metairie, LA! The primary responsibilities of this position include reviewing new and renewal applications to evaluate difficult and/or complex Excess& Surplus (E&S) risks in various lines of business to determine acceptability or declination of coverage’s requested and brokering said risks to viable carriers for coverage. Brokers are required to have experience and a full understanding of the E&S insurance industry. This position will primarily utilize brokering as means to an end; however, may occasionally utilize the binding authority process.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
One (1) or more years of successful insurance experience.
An active state insurance license.

Responsibilities

Reviews new and renewal business applications to confirm that information is appropriate to determine placement of coverage.
Agency and carrier visits are generally conducted outside the physical location of the profit center.
Performs principally brokerage work for complex E&S assignments during the daily workload: may occasionally use binding authority process if applicable and prudent.
Accepts or declines risks and determine the placement of risks with various carriers; using independent decision making and discretion.
Obtains prospects and actively pursues and creates interest by telephone calls, writing letters, or making personal visits.
Implements methods for promotion of policies or improvements to processes.
Ensures quotes and binder are confirmed in writing, policies are issued promptly and accurately, state filings (where applicable) are made, and taxes paid within applicable state laws.
Builds, expands and solidifies relationships with clients at all levels within the company and leads appropriate resources to address the client’s needs, including risks and the identification and resolution of underwriting or policy issues.
Analyzes market information in order to develop, design, and implement creative strategies for sales team members and customers.
Develops and successfully acquires new business revenue from new and existing clients.
Prospects sectors and market areas by identifying business needs and proposing company products and services.
Retain knowledge of all markets available to maximize opportunities to negotiate placements.
Services the designated book of business as it relates to marketing, administration and sales.
Maintains compliance with Quality Control guidelines.