What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Insurance Analyst I position at ARMADA ANALYTICS LLC?
Armada Analytics is an independent provider of Commercial Real Estate Finance services. We offer commercial real estate underwriting, acquisition due diligence, asset management, zoning, loan closing, insurance review services and engineering reports. Our team strives to create and deliver a unique, client-focused experience.
The Armada culture is built on its people. We embrace continuous improvement and enable each team member to achieve their personal and professional goals. It is important for us to nurture a strong support system, while actively listening and advocating for our team members.
Design your future at Armada. If you are motivated and believe you can achieve anything you set your mind to, we want to hear from you. We encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds and those committed to working with a growing, values-based workforce to apply.
Job Purpose
The Armada Insurance team understands the importance of comprehensive insurance reviews and 100% compliance with lender and investor requirements. We provide the rapid turnaround required in today’s fast-paced real estate market. The Insurance Analyst I position is responsible for completing compliance insurance reviews for commercial real estate lenders. The person in this position will manage a portfolio of loans to ensure the insurance policies comply with the insurance requirements of the commercial lenders and investors.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Accurately conduct annual review of ACORD insurance forms for acceptability of investor/lender insurance requirements and ongoing compliance monitoring.
- Contact insurance agents by phone and email to adjust coverage to acceptable levels and/or submit insurance waiver requests to commercial lenders and investors.
- Develop and write a thorough insurance review report for clients utilizing Armada’s report-development software.
- Manage and ensure the data contained in the system is updated to reflect the current status regarding insurance policy information and insurance requirements.
- Correspond, either verbally or in writing, as necessary with clients, borrowers, or insurance agents to resolve any issues or discrepancies related to insurance.
- Interact with internal departments as needed to resolve any issues or discrepancies related to insurance.
- The Analyst may also perform peer-to-peer quality reviews and assist with special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High-school diploma or GED equivalent.
- 1-3 years of property & casualty insurance experience
- Clear knowledge of Commercial Insurance Coverage – to include but not limited to Property, (including Flood, Wind, Earthquake and Terrorism), General and Umbrella/Excess Liability Insurance
- Excellent attention to detail, judgment, flexibility, accountability, and dependability
- Legal document review and interpretation experience
- Willingness to learn and apply on-job education to work assignments
- Ability to work in high volume/deadline driven environment, with strong ability to prioritize workload
- Excellent written communication skills
- Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in e-mail, phone, and virtual settings.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe, and Outlook.
- Strong problem solving and time management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- BA or BS in insurance, finance, or related field.
- Insurance related certification or designation
- Commercial loan servicing experience
- Commercial insurance agency or insurance carrier work experience.
- Be able to manage multiple assignments at any given time.
- Experience in SalesForce or other similar workflow management tools.
- Experience in commercial real estate insurance reviews for lenders.
Critical Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Passionate about culture; understands the significance of a company’s culture and its power to drive success.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to set and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to take initiative, think on your feet, and make thoughtful decisions.
- Highly effective time management skills.
Working conditions
This position is an in-office
Armada’s Competitive Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) 401(k) Match
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off Programs
- Paid Parental Leave
- Community Involvement Opportunities
