Placement Specialist - Northeast Construction

EPIC Brokers•Summit, NJ

17h•$95,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Placement Specialist is responsible for placing new business and managing renewals for EPIC’s Northeast Construction & Surety Practice. The role works closely with internal stakeholders—including producers, account managers, and other team members—and external contacts such as underwriters and insureds. The position is hybrid and based in Melville, New York, Jersey City, or Summit, New Jersey. The specialist prepares submissions, works with carriers and wholesalers to secure new-business quotes, and prepares proposals for producers to present to prospects. The role also oversees assigned renewal and remarketing efforts, helps ensure timely and accurate completion, and builds effective working relationships with clients and partners. Candidates should bring commercial insurance expertise, particularly experience with the New York construction sector.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in commercial insurance, with a focus on renewals and new business.
In-depth knowledge of commercial insurance coverages, particularly within the New York construction sector.
Effective communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Experience in the New York construction space.

Responsibilities

Prepare new-business submissions, work with carriers and wholesalers, secure quotes, and prepare proposals for producers to present to prospects.
Oversee the renewal process for assigned remarketing efforts, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Collaborate with producers, account managers, and other team members to achieve business goals.
Build and maintain strong relationships with underwriters and brokers.
Communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders.
Use negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions.
Develop and nurture long-term relationships with clients and partners.
Apply a thorough understanding of commercial insurance coverages.

Benefits

Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees, without accruals or caps.
22 PTO days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees.
12 company-observed paid holidays and four early-close days.
Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave.
$1,500 employee referral bonus for each hired referral.
Employee recognition programs and awards, including trips.
Employee Resource Groups, including the Women’s Coalition and EPIC Veterans Group.
Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and Leadership Development.
Pet insurance, identity theft and fraud protection coverage, legal planning, family planning, and menopause and midlife support.
401(k) matching.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Wellness and employee assistance programs.
The role may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.