Job Description:
Title: Account Manager - Commercial Lines
Hybrid: 1-2 days in office | Encino, CA
About the Role: Manage an assigned book of business, ensuring account retention and supporting new business. Coordinate day-to-day administrative and customer service activities, resolving complex issues, and ensuring no errors or omissions.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Competence: Maintain technical competence and industry expertise.
Team Leadership: Direct daily activities of the account management team.
Customer Service: Handle customer service requests, policy administration, billing, claims, and coverage analysis.
Policy Management: Manage policy expirations and renewals.
Renewal Process: Conduct client research, prepare submissions, negotiate coverages, and present proposals.
Accounts Receivable: Monitor reports and take action on delinquent accounts, collecting outstanding balances.
System Maintenance: Maintain agency management systems and carrier/vendor platforms, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
Activity Monitoring: Monitor and maintain activity/suspense to ensure timely completion.
Communication: Maintain frequent, transparent communication with the account team regarding workload status and any issues.
Service Excellence: Deliver excellent service, proactively anticipate needs, and respond quickly to service requests.
Policy Compliance: Stay updated on company policies and procedures.
Continuous Improvement: Seek and adopt best practices to improve individual and team performance.
Champion IOA Values: Demonstrate integrity and leadership.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
3+ years of account management experience, or 5+ years in the insurance industry
Thorough knowledge of insurance brokerage and client needs
Required active licensing; professional designation (CIC or equivalent) preferred
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Exceptional customer service, communication, multitasking, and organizational skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
High School Diploma (or equivalent)
What We Offer:
Competitive salaries and bonus potential
Company-paid health insurance
Paid holidays, vacations, and sick time
401K with employer match
Employee stock plan participation
Professional growth and career progression opportunities
Respectful culture and work/family life balance
Community service commitment
Supportive teammates and a rewarding work environment
What to Expect (Application Process):
30-Minute Phone Screen, Online Assessments, and Interview(s)
Salary Range
$75,000.00 to $85,000.00
Salary range variable based on experience.
Insurance Office of America is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.