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United States
Remote only
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Commercial Insurance New Business Placement Specialist based in the United States.
This role offers an opportunity for an experienced commercial insurance professional to support new business growth by marketing, negotiating, and placing commercial insurance accounts with competitive carriers. Working closely with producers and account managers, the specialist will help identify suitable coverage options, obtain quotes, and coordinate efficient placement throughout the new business process. The position involves building strong relationships with insurance underwriters, staying informed about carrier appetites, and ensuring timely communication with internal stakeholders and clients. The successful candidate will contribute to a growing, multi-state insurance operation with access to relationships across numerous highly rated carriers. This is a full-time remote opportunity suited to someone who combines commercial lines expertise with strong organization, analytical thinking, and customer service skills.
New Business Placement: Respond promptly and efficiently to commercial insurance placement inquiries, supporting the successful marketing and placement of new business accounts.
Marketing and Remarketing: Assist producers and account managers in marketing and remarketing commercial insurance accounts, identifying appropriate carriers and securing competitive coverage options.
Carrier Relationships: Develop and maintain productive relationships with insurance underwriters, staying informed about carrier guidelines, underwriting preferences, and appetite for different types of risks.
Placement Coordination: Coordinate the submission and quotation process across multiple carriers, helping ensure accounts are placed efficiently and in line with business needs.
Pipeline Tracking and Reporting: Maintain accurate, organized records of quote statuses and placement progress, providing regular updates to relevant stakeholders.
Internal Collaboration: Build strong working relationships with leadership team members, commercial sales producers, account managers, and other internal partners to support business development and account placement.
Communication and Customer Service: Provide prompt, accurate, and friendly service when responding to inquiries about insurance coverage, quotes, placement timelines, and related matters.
Product and Systems Knowledge: Develop and maintain familiarity with available insurance products, services, carrier offerings, and internal systems to support effective placement activities.
Operational Support: Manage multiple requests and priorities while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and consistent service standards.
Additional Duties: Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support commercial insurance operations and business growth.
Insurance Licensing: Active Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance license required.
Commercial Insurance Experience: At least 5 years of experience in Commercial Lines Insurance, with a strong understanding of commercial coverage and placement processes.
New Business Placement: Demonstrated experience marketing and placing new commercial insurance accounts through multiple carriers.
Carrier Market Knowledge: Ability to work with different insurance markets, understand carrier appetites, and identify competitive placement opportunities.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the interpersonal ability to build relationships with underwriters, producers, account managers, and internal leadership.
Customer Service: A responsive, professional, and service-oriented approach, with the ability to provide clear and accurate information to stakeholders.
Organization and Time Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple accounts, inquiries, deadlines, and competing priorities effectively.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to evaluate placement options, identify challenges, and develop practical solutions.
Technical Proficiency: Good operational computing skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and internet browsers.
Typing Skills: Typing speed of at least 45 words per minute.
Agency Management Systems: Experience with Applied Epic is a significant advantage.
Background Screening: Must successfully pass a background check.
Adaptability: Ability to learn new products, services, systems, and processes in a fast-paced and growing environment.
Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary.
Commission Opportunities: Additional earning potential through commission opportunities.
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Supplemental Benefits: Access to supplemental insurance benefits.
Retirement Plan: Retirement benefits with an employer match.
Paid Time Off: PTO begins accruing immediately.
Paid Holidays: Paid holiday time.
Remote Work: Remote work options.
Employment Type: Full-time position.
