Licensing & Contracting Associate

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Position Summary

The Licensing & Contracting (L&C) Associate serves as a primary point of contact for agents and producers navigating state licensing and carrier contracting. This role owns the full contracting lifecycle, from initial application and training compliance through confirmed carrier appointment, while also supporting state licensing activity including new applications and renewals. The L&C Associate works closely with carriers, producers, and internal leadership to ensure the contracting and licensing process moves efficiently, compliantly, and accurately. This position is well-suited for a detail-oriented professional with insurance industry experience. Candidates with a more senior background are encouraged to apply, as scope and responsibilities may be adjusted to reflect experience.

Core Responsibilities

State Licensing

• Support producers through the state licensing process, including new license applications, renewals, and license status monitoring

• Verify that agents hold active, appropriate licenses in the required states prior to contracting or conducting business

• Track license expiration dates and proactively communicate renewal deadlines to agents and leadership

• Liaise with state departments of insurance and licensing platforms (e.g., Sircon, NIPR) to resolve application issues or status inquiries

Carrier Contracting & Appointment Management

• Manage the end-to-end carrier contracting process for producers, from application preparation through confirmed appointment

• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of each carrier's required forms, documentation standards, and submission processes within the online contracting system

• Review, process, and distribute completed carrier contracts through the appropriate internal channels

• Conduct weekly follow-up on all pending carrier appointments via phone, email, and carrier portals to drive timely resolution

• Confirm that agents are properly appointed with each insurance company before conducting business

Training & Compliance Requirements

• Communicate carrier-specific product training requirements, anti-money laundering (AML) requirements, and continuing education (CE) obligations to producers prior to sale

• Track and document the completion of required training for each agent to ensure compliance before business is submitted

• Serve as a resource for agents who have questions about training timelines, requirements, or platforms

Customer Communication & Support

• Serve as a consistent and responsive point of contact for producers regarding contracting status, outstanding items, and next steps

• Follow up proactively with agents and carriers to resolve open items and prevent contracting delays

• Communicate clearly and professionally, adapting style to the audience — whether a new agent or a carrier representative

Documentation & Data Integrity

• Maintain accurate, current records in the agency management system, reflecting all received requirements and any items still outstanding

• Update the Paperclip document imaging system with current contracts, correspondence, and supporting documentation

• Manage all assigned tasks and follow-ups in accordance with due dates, ensuring full accountability and nothing falling through the cracks

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail with a clear understanding of its impact on compliance and customer outcomes

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workflows simultaneously and prioritize effectively

• Comfortable with technology; proficient in navigating carrier websites, licensing portals, and internal systems with speed and accuracy

• Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

• Adaptable and open to evolving processes as business or carrier requirements change

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; comfortable working with data and numbers

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional phone and email etiquette

• Ability to work independently as a self-starter while contributing effectively within a collaborative team

• Capable of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, compliance-sensitive environment

• Able to interact professionally and credibly with individuals at all levels, including agents, carriers, and internal leadership

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree a plus

• 1–5+ years of experience in an office environment required; more senior candidates with deeper experience are encouraged to apply

• Life and/or health insurance industry experience strongly preferred

• Prior experience with state licensing processes, carrier contracting, or an insurance agency/brokerage environment is a plus

• Familiarity with licensing platforms

Work Location:

Work location is flexible. Candidates near our Providence, RI offices will be expected to work on-site hybrid 3 days a week. Candidates outside these areas are welcome to apply and will work fully remote.

Salary Transparency:

The expected salary range for this position is $24 to $26/hr and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HAS and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits such as vacation, sick, personal, floating holidays and company holidays. In addition, eligible annual bonuses, equity and commissions may be available for some positions.  

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What we offer you

We invest in your growth. HUB offers structured training, licensing support and ongoing development opportunities designed to accelerate your career.

• Competitive pay with comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings matching and company-paid life and disability plans
• Generous paid time off, paid parental leave and a wellbeing program designed to support real work/life balance
• A collaborative, high-performing culture with meaningful engagement, community impact through HUB Gives and genuine room to grow your career

The HUB difference

HUB International is one of North America’s largest insurance brokers, delivering risk management, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management solutions to businesses and individuals across the United States and Canada — through locally led teams backed by national expertise, giving you the agility of a local partner and the reach of a global organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity: HUB International Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations: HUB International Limited is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access our career site, complete an application, or participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact the Recruiting Team at [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and should not be used to inquire about the status of an application.

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