Placement Specialist Commercial Lines

About Acrisure

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, it connects clients with personalized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, real estate services – and beyond. Since 2013, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to ~$5 billion and employs ~20,000 colleagues in 19 countries. And this is just the beginning. To learn more, visit Acrisure.com.

Job Summary:

The Placement Specialist will market property and casualty insurance programs on prospective accounts for small to middle market accounts.  This person will gather, analyze, and organize data; prepare submissions and applications, negotiate coverage terms, and prepare proposals for prospects, for both new and renewal business.

Responsibilities 

• Responsible for maintaining timeline and process during the new business process and renewal process, inclusive of exposure analysis, quote specifications, analysis and negotiation of coverage offers, and preparation and presentation of coverage proposals.
• Communicate effectively within the team environment, inclusive of the producer and Segment Leader.
• Review insurance policies and contracts and make recommendations for improvement.
• Work with others to prepare property and casualty insurance submissions for new business prospects and renewing accounts including, but not limited to: Insurance specifications for each line of coverage, Acord applications using firm’s agency management system, loss summaries, prospect profile, exposure schedules, etc.
• Attend prospects and proposal meetings with producer, as needed
• Analyze excel spreadsheets of prospect client exposure and/or loss data, as well as develop financial models of loss sensitive programs, when necessary
• Answer prospect and carrier phone calls
• Maintain familiarity and working relationship with various insurance companies and wholesalers
• Handle confidential and non-routine information
• Abide by and maintain all licensing requirement, including continuing education
• Attend seminars, company meetings, carrier events and educational activities needed to improve overall job expertise and product knowledge
• Work independently and within a team on special and nonrecurring and ongoing projects

Requirements 

• Excellent phone etiquette, written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work with minimum supervision; able to accept direction on given assignments
• Proficient with MS Office Products including a high knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure document accuracy.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment with strong customer service skills.
• Experience with a broker/agent, including marketing small to middle market accounts to carriers; excellent knowledge of the markets.
• Strong knowledge of all basic P&C coverages.
• Demonstrated superior presentation or relationship skills to present proposals in this highly interactive role.

Education and Experience 

• Minimum 3-5 years relevant Commercial Lines experience required
• College degree preferred.
• Licensed in property and casualty insurance required
• Pursuit of a professional designation  - CISR, CIC, AAI, ARM, CPCU- preferred
• Experience with Epic preferred

Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Why Join Us:

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.

• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.

• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.

• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.

• … and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting [email protected].

Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Welcome, your new opportunity awaits you.