Account Manager

<span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Position Summary </span></span></b></span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#333333;">The Account Manager at Novatae Risk Group plays a pivotal role in our Wholesale Insurance division. This position involves managing a portfolio of clients, cultivating strong relationships, and ensuring the successful execution of insurance policies. The Account Manager is responsible for providing top-tier service, supporting business growth, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations.</span></span></span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"> <b>                       </b></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Primary Responsibilities</span></span></b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#333333;">Client Relationship Management:</span></span></b><br><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#333333;">Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique insurance needs.<br>Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, concerns, and policy changes.<br>Collaborate with underwriters to tailor insurance solutions to meet client requirements.<br><br><b>Policy Management:</b><br>Oversee the entire policy lifecycle, from initial client engagement to policy issuance and renewals.<br>Review policy terms, conditions, and coverage options, ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br>Proactively address policy-related issues and coordinate with the appropriate teams to resolve them.<br><br><b>Risk Assessment and Analysis:</b><br>Conduct in-depth risk assessments to identify potential exposures and coverage gaps.<br>Analyze market trends, insurance products, and competitive offerings to make informed recommendations.<br><br><b>Compliance and Documentation:</b><br>Ensure compliance with all relevant insurance regulations and guidelines.<br>Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, policy documentation, and communication logs.</span></span></span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Position Specific Skills/Qualifications</span></span></b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Work Experience</span></b></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Prior experience in Wholesale Insurance or a related field is highly desirable.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Demonstrated success in managing client relationships and insurance portfolios. </span></span></i></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Professional Licenses/Certificates (if needed based on industry standard):</span></span></i></b></span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">A valid insurance license, as required by state regulations.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Relevant industry certifications, such as Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), are a plus.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Essential Skills/Competency:</span></span></i></b></span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Proficiency in insurance software and CRM systems.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Ability to work effectively in a team environment.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Strong collaboration skills with the ability to contribute positively to a team‑oriented environment</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="line-height:15pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Professional judgment and reliability, including consistent follow‑through and accountability</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="line-height:15pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Adaptability and flexibility in a fast‑paced, production driven setting</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="line-height:15pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Effective time‑management and organizational skills to balance multiple priorities</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="line-height:15pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Proactive mindset and initiative, with the ability to anticipate needs and identify solutions </span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="line-height:15pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Emotional intelligence and professionalism when interacting with colleagues, clients, and partners </span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="line-height:15pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Clear written and verbal documentation skills for accurate internal communication and recordkeeping </span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="line-height:15pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Strong ethical standards and respect for confidentiality and compliance requirements </span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="line-height:15pt;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><span style="font-family:'Segoe UI', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1f497d;">Willingness to learn and grow, including staying current with industry practices and internal procedures</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Education:</span></span></i></span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">A bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field is preferred.</span></span></i></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span style="page-break-after:avoid;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Physical Demands & Working Conditions</span></span></b></span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Physical Demands</span></b></span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Office work</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">. Office work involves working at a desk most of the time, using a stand-up/sit-down adjustable desk. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Typing, grasping, and repetitive motion typically is required every day, and <span style="color:#000000;">walking and standing </span>are required occasionally.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="background:#244061;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;">Equal Employment Opportunity</span></span></b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">At World Insurance Associates (WIA), we celebrate and support our differences. We know employing a team rich in diverse thoughts, experiences, and opinions allows our employees, our products, and our community to flourish. WIA is honored to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or Veteran status. In addition, WIA makes reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.</span></span></span></span><br><br><br>#LI-MF1

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