Full-Time

Client Manager

Personal Lines

Oswald

Oswald

501-1,000 employees

Independent insurance brokerage and risk management

No salary listed

Cleveland, OH, USA + 4 more

More locations: Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA | Pittsburgh, PA, USA | Columbus, OH, USA | Cincinnati, OH, USA

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Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Required Skills
Risk Management
Requirements
  • Exceptional organizational skills with ability to transition quickly from one project to another
  • Ability to problem solve, think logically and work independently
  • Works well under pressure and meets established deadlines
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication
  • Ability to think strategically and formulate an action plan based on a given set of facts
  • Bachelor degree in Business Administration or Risk Management and 3 to 5 years or more of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Prior Property & Casualty support experience
  • Prior Property & Casualty client management experience
  • Property & Casualty License
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for servicing an assigned book of business which varies based upon client needs, account complexity, and client structure.
  • Serves as the main point of contact for all existing clients, centers of influence and assigned book of business; responds to all service requests inclusive of billing inquires and coverage options.
  • Ensures all client service needs are delivered in a timely and professional manner throughout the year by responding to requests as submitted in accordance to agency standards.
  • Maintains accurate account files, records, and documentation in accordance with the agency standards; confirms in writing all relevant contacts, communication, suggestions, advice, etc., with clients, carriers and other applicable parties and attaches documentation into the agency management system.
  • Prepares and submits policy change requests to carriers and/or the assigned Client Service Administrator, documenting the activity in the agency management system.
  • Monitors the status of change requests, reviews policy documents for accuracy, and ensures the timely delivery of change documents to clients.
  • Makes recommendations to prospects and current clients to update and enhance policy contracts through an annual insurance review process; reviews may be conducted via email, phone or in person with or without the assigned relationship manager.
  • Prepares Stewardship & Insurance Summary reports for clients in assigned book of business.
  • Maintains client relationships with assigned accounts and support retention ratio at or above the Personal Risk agency standard.
  • Performs all phases of renewal and remarket processing including the preparation of applications, negotiation with underwriters, obtaining quotes, creating proposals, monitoring status, and follows up to delivery of policy documents to client.
  • Identifies and processes coverage enhancements and cross-sales opportunities on an annual basis with assigned book of business.
  • Resolves client and/or carrier accounting issues, collections, discrepancies, fee arrangements, and/or billing controversies.
  • Serves the Practice Leader, Team Leader, Client Executive and Sales Executive staff in the development and implementation of the Oswald Companies client service deliverable for new and existing accounts; attends client meetings where necessary.
  • Remains current with respect to industry updates, carrier appetites and underwriting capabilities to ensure optimal program placement and pricing negotiations for each client; stays proficient in the use of all carrier systems that relate to the assigned book of business.
  • Maintains favorable and productive relationships with all underwriters in support of key carrier relationships to achieve best-in-class service for the client.
  • Attains further education, coursework and skills development opportunities to obtain professional designations in the personal risk field of expertise.
Desired Qualifications
  • None

Oswald is an independent, employee-owned insurance brokerage and risk management firm that offers property and casualty insurance, employee benefits and health management, and life insurance. Its services help clients identify, reduce, and manage risk through tailored risk management solutions. Revenue comes from brokerage fees and commissions on insurance products. Oswald serves a diverse client base including public and privately held businesses, large nonprofits, family offices, high-net-worth individuals, private equity firms, and real estate developers. The firm traces its history to 1893 and operates under a model of independent brands (now under Unison Risk Advisors) while maintaining autonomous operations.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cleveland, Ohio

Founded

1893

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rising demand for integrated health and benefits solutions accelerates brokerage growth.
  • Strategic acquisitions like Hotaling expand service offerings and client reach nationally.
  • Thought leadership positioning through Healthcare & Risk Innovation Summit attracts premium clients.

What critics are saying

  • Unison Risk Advisors merger creates operational redundancies and erodes independent brand identity.
  • Competitors poach high-net-worth and private equity clients via superior digital platforms.
  • Hotaling integration triggers cultural clashes and talent exodus within risk management division.

What makes Oswald unique

  • Employee-owned structure with 133-year heritage builds deep client trust and retention.
  • Integrated Health and Benefits co-leadership model unifies retirement and benefits delivery.
  • Assurex Global membership provides worldwide support through network of independent brokers.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Performance Bonus

Paid Vacation

Sabbatical Leave

Stock Options

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Company News

Oswald Companies
Jan 28th, 2026
Oswald Companies Announces Deena Rini and Michael Clark as Co-Managing Directors for Health and Benefits Division

Oswald Companies announces Deena Rini and Michael Clark as Co-Managing Directors for Health and Benefits Division. CLEVELAND - January 28, 2026 - Oswald Companies, one of the country's largest independent insurance brokerage and risk management firms, is pleased to announce the appointment of Deena Rini and Michael Clark as Co-Managing Directors of its Health and Benefits Division. Rini joined Oswald in 2007 and has more than 15 years of experience, having served in multiple leadership and operational roles within Oswald's retirement plan team, most recently serving as Managing Director of Retirement Plan Services (RPS). Clark joined Oswald in 2015 as a sales consultant before advancing through several key leadership positions, most recently serving as Vice President and Benefits Sales Leader. "This evolution further positions our Health and Benefits Division for sustained growth and a unified experience for both our employees and clients," said Jessica Jung, President of Oswald Companies. "Deena and Michael bring complementary leadership and deep industry expertise that will enhance our market presence and accelerate the value we deliver to clients." "I am honored to step into this role and continue advancing the exceptional work of our Health and Benefits team," said Deena Rini. "Over my time at Oswald, I've seen how powerful it is when we align our strengths across the organization. I'm excited to partner with Michael to build an even more unified experience - one that empowers our employees, elevates leaders, and delivers meaningful, long-term value to the clients we serve." "I'm grateful for the opportunity to step into this role alongside Deena," said Michael Clark. "Our commitment is investing in, and taking care of our people, serving our clients and consistently delivering a best-in-class client experience. This co-leadership model brings benefits and retirement together in a more intentional way, allowing us to better serve our clients across our markets. Oswald is a special organization, and we look forward to building on the strong foundation established by the leaders who came before us." As Oswald continues its national expansion with Unison Risk Advisors, this co-leadership model positions them to deliver more innovative, integrated solutions that better serve the evolving needs of its clients.

Oswald Companies
Sep 29th, 2025
Hotaling & Associates Joins Oswald Companies

Hotaling Insurance Services has joined Oswald Companies, strengthening their combined offerings in insurance, risk management, and employee benefits. Learn more about this strategic partnership and what it means for clients.

Oswald Companies
Sep 4th, 2025
Oswald Companies Named in Business Insurance's Annual Best Places to Work in Insurance 2025

Oswald Companies named in Business Insurance's annual Best Places to Work in Insurance 2025.

Oswald Companies
Jun 13th, 2025
[July 30 Event] Innovate Health: Pioneering the Future of Healthcare

Oswald Company is excited to invite you to its upcoming Healthcare & Risk Innovation Summit on July 30, 2025.

Oswald Companies
May 21st, 2025
Oswald Companies Receives Award for Quality Management, Client Service for Fifth Consecutive Year

Oswald Companies, a Unison Risk Advisors company and one of the nation's largest risk management and insurance brokers, has received the E&O Plus Quality Management Award for the fifth year in a row.