Higginbotham, a privately held, independent insurance and financial services firm that ranks within the top 20 nationwide, has an immediate opening for a Assistant Vice President of Carrier Relations.

The VP of Carrier Relations will be responsible for assisting in the managing of carrier and broker relationships. Responsible for review of agency performance with all carriers/brokers including the analysis and verification of commissions and production, etc. Acts a point person for potential agency errors and participates in research/investigation of potential E&O situations. Also acts as a resource for marketing and production staff regarding both carrier appetites and coverage analysis.

Essential Tasks:

• Management of carrier relations
• Review/analysis of financial results from carriers
• Participation in all potential E&O issues
• Market/Carrier knowledge communication to all Commercial staff

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Display leadership skills and ability to motivate fellow employees
• Ability and desire to work with people
• Strong organization and time management skills required, with attention to detail
• Computer skills including agency management system and Windows Office
• Team player with a positive approach to co-workers, work and the agency
• Highly motivated, self-starter who works independently to accomplish established agency goals
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• Accountable for own actions and delivers on commitments
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Sales focused

Experience and Education:

• CIC or equivalent designation
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Property and Causality License
• Minimum ten years’ experience in property and causality marketing desired

Location:

• Candidates applying can live in Alabama, Georgia or Florida

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Repeated use of sight to read documents and computer screens
• Repeated use of hearing and speech to communicate on telephone and in person
• Repetitive hand movements, such as keyboarding, writing, 10-key
• Walking, bending, sitting, reaching and stretching in all directions