Licensed Personal Lines Insurance Associate

HR One•Syracuse, NY

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

CH Insurance is seeking an experienced personal lines marketing/customer service professional. The right candidate is dependable, flexible, people-oriented and enjoys working in a family environment. This position will work with many of CH Insurance’s personal lines customers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing superior service in a timely manner and have a passion for going above and beyond.

Requirements

2 or more years of independent insurance agency and/or insurance carrier underwriting experience related to marketing or underwriting and servicing personal lines accounts required.
Working knowledge of personal lines insurance products (auto, homeowners, umbrella, renters, rental/landlord property, cycle, boat, etc)
Ability to interact with clients in person, via phone or email.
Applied (EPIC) or similar agency management system experience required. Applied EPIC preferred.
Technical knowledge of personal lines coverage & rating
Knowledge of computer software packages, including Word and Excel
Knowledge on how to issue binders, certificates, and auto identification cards
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Team player with a good work ethic
Good organization skills including prioritizing time sensitive assignments and completing assignments with tight deadlines.
Ability to be proactive and follow up with carriers, producers, clients, etc.
Ability to multitask to work on multiple accounts with common due dates, etc.
NYS Property / Casualty Agents/Brokers license required
Maintain NYS Property/Casualty Agents/Brokers License through continuing education
Normal work week is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm. There maybe times when additional time may need to be put in during busy season.

Responsibilities

Prepare applications and review for accuracy
Rate and quote new and renewals risks using insurance carrier rating systems.
Awareness and familiarity with insurance company underwriting guidelines and authority.
Keep current on all insurance company’s coverages, rates, changes, forms, communications, etc.
Prepares summaries and proposals for new and renewal accounts.
Process endorsements, certificates of insurance, auto ID cards, policy changes
Working knowledge and competency working in Applied EPIC or similar agency management system, Microsoft Word and Excel, and/or Adobe PDF.
Respond to coverage questions, billing inquiries and other client requests
Establish relationships with insurance carrier underwriters and marketing representatives.
Maintain marketing files.