Contracting Specialist

AmeriLife•Tupelo, MS

17h

About The Position

Our Company Explore how you can contribute at AmeriLife. For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement. Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry. Job Summary The Contracting Specialist is responsible for managing and processing agent contracting and onboarding for Bobby Brock Insurance. This position plays a key role in ensuring all new and existing agents are properly appointed with carriers, compliant with licensing requirements, and set up accurately in internal systems. The role supports both the contracting and recruiting teams by maintaining efficient workflows, reducing turnaround times, and ensuring a positive onboarding experience for all agents.

Requirements

Manage and process agent contracting and onboarding.
Ensure agents are properly appointed with carriers.
Ensure agents are compliant with licensing requirements.
Set up agents accurately in internal systems.
Maintain efficient workflows.
Reduce turnaround times.
Ensure a positive onboarding experience for agents.
Verify agent information, E&O coverage, and background checks.
Maintain up-to-date records in CRM and carrier systems.
Communicate with agents and recruiters.
Track and follow up on pending appointments and updates.
Coordinate with the commissions team.
Identify opportunities to streamline contracting workflows.
Improve processing efficiency.
Provide timely updates to management.
Support the Director of Contracting and other team members.

Responsibilities

Process and submit agent contracting paperwork, carrier appointments, and licensing documentation.
Verify agent information, E&O coverage, and background checks for compliance with carrier and state requirements.
Maintain up-to-date records of agent contracts, hierarchies, and carrier appointments in CRM and carrier systems.
Communicate with agents and recruiters to ensure contracting materials are completed accurately and on time.
Track and follow up on pending appointments and updates with carriers until approval is finalized.
Coordinate with the commissions team to ensure agent setup aligns with payment and hierarchy structures.
Identify opportunities to streamline contracting workflows and improve processing efficiency.
Provide timely updates to management on contracting status and onboarding progress.
Support the Director of Contracting and other team members as needed in departmental operations.