What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager position at 5HM Hub International Texas?
About Us: HUB International is a global insurance broker providing a broad array of property, casualty, risk management, life and health, employee benefits, investment and wealth management products and services. HUB has more than 650 offices across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico with more than 20,000 employees. Our regional offices throughout North America are dedicated to helping individuals and businesses evaluate and manage their risks and insurance needs. We are a company dedicated to superior customer service with employees committed to adding value to every client activity. Job Summary: The Account Manager performs the essential functions of the position, which include aiding clients with service needs and making changes to existing accounts. Specific service and marketing responsibilities are required in this position. Meets service and sales delivery standards and performs essential functions to the quality and service standards developed by the agency. Job Duties: New Business: Pre-qualifies own new business according to agency standards. Assists clients with making coverage changes in an automated environment supported by transactional filing; determines if delayed or advanced billing is appropriate and invoices; accordingly, uses each contact with the client as an opportunity to review the whole account and sell additional coverage. Informs and educates clients about policy coverages, changes, exclusion, and insurance coverage needs. Provides technical support to producer(s) to benefit clients and to reach agency's strategic business goals. Prepares proposals and completes application in coordination with producer(s); submits applications to eligible and appropriate carriers; obtains client signatures on all applications; follows up to ensure timely receipt of quotations and policies. Explains to clients' needs by producing binders, certificates, policies, endorsements, and other related items; verifies their accuracy. Retention: Prepares summaries of insurance, schedules, and proposals as needed for account review. Remarkets renewals, contacts clients, creates renewal proposals, and handles other renewal activities in coordination with the producer(s). Renews policies following agency standards; verifies each renewal's accuracy; ensures that all renewals are produced. Reviews audits of policies; verifies accuracy and facilitates corrections, as needed, between client and carrier. Maintains and updates electronic and transactional files. Verifies policy and change information, facilitating corrections when necessary. Processes incoming mail requests, responding promptly and appropriately. Process in the system all direct billed cancellations Uses agency credit and collection policy in invoicing and pursuing prompt payments, requests cancellations from the carrier according to agency standards. Determines reasons for requests for cancellations; acts to save accounts; notifies producer(s) according to agency standards. Processes and follow up on cancellations request to carriers to ensure accurate and timely resolution. Reviews walk-in payments and verifies acceptability; processes, as appropriate, providing receipts to payers or directing the receptionist to do so. Facilitates prompt response from carrier staff and follows up on claims status to keep insureds informed and to work towards settlement of claims. Marketing: Refers current and prospective clients to Life/Benefits Department and to Commercial Lines for solicitation of those lines of business; assists in profiling the commercial book of business for marketing purposes. Assists in designing of, or independently designs, insurance plans for clients as assigned and directed by the agency management. Assist or completes other tasks as directed by agency management. Personal and Organizational Development: Sets priorities and manages workflow to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate processing of transactions and other responsibilities. Maintains a cordial and effective relationship with clients, co-workers, carriers, vendors, and other business contacts. Keeps informed regarding industry information, new product information, legislation, coverages, and technology to continuously improve knowledge and performance. Interacts with others effectively by utilizing good communications skills, cooperating purposefully, and providing information and guidance, as needed, to achieve the business goals of the agency. Maintains up-to-date technical manuals and understands how to perform technical tasks to expedite client service. Qualifications: High School diploma required. Associates Degree or higher preferred 1 year of Personal Lines insurance experience preferred. Demonstrated computer skills, including use of Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer Fluent in Spanish preferred #LI-KP1 Department Account Management & Service Required Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experience Required Travel: No Travel Required Required Education: High school or equivalent HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. E-Verify Program We endeavor to make this website accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the recruiting team HUBRecruiting@hubinternational.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. Hi, we’re HUB. In a rapidly changing world, we advise businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. When you partner with us, you're at the center of a vast network of experts who will help you reach your goals through risk services, claims management, and compliance support. And this gives you the peace of mind that what matters most to you will be protected — through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions that put you in control. About HUB International Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, HUB International Limited (HUB) is a leading full-service global insurance broker providing property and casualty, life and health, employee benefits, investment and risk management products and services. From offices located throughout North America, HUB’s vast network of specialists provides peace of mind on what matters most by protecting clients through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions. For more information, please visit hubinternational.com.