Insurance Placement Specialist - Northeast Construction

The Placement Specialist is responsible for placing new business and managing renewals for the Northeast Construction & Surety Practice. This role involves working closely with internal stakeholders such as producers, account managers and other team members, as well as external contacts including underwriters and insureds.

Responsibilities

New Business Placement: Prepare submissions, work with carriers and wholesalers, secure new business quotes and prepare proposals for Producers to present to prospects; Renewal Management: Oversee the renewal process of assigned remarketing efforts, ensuring timely and accurate completion; Stakeholder Collaboration: Work collaboratively with producers, account managers, and other team members to achieve business goals; External Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with underwriters and brokers; Effective Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders; Negotiation: Utilize strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions; Relationship Building: Develop and nurture long-term relationships with clients and partners; Insurance Expertise: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of commercial insurance coverages, with a priority given to candidates with experience in the NY construction space

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in commercial insurance, with a focus on renewals and new business; In-depth knowledge of commercial insurance coverages, particularly within the NY construction sector; Effective communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills; College degree preferred

Nice to have

Experience in the NY construction space

Benefits

Generous Paid Time off; Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees (personal time off without accruals or caps); 12 company-observed paid holidays; 4 early-close days; Paid parental leave; Pregnancy disability and bonding leave; Organ donor/bone marrow donor leave; Employee referral bonus program of $1,500 per hired referral; Employee recognition programs; Employee Resource Groups: Women's Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group; Mentorship Program; Tuition Reimbursement Program; Leadership Development; Pet Insurance; Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage; Legal Planning; Family Planning; Menopause & Midlife Support; 401(k) matching; Medical insurance; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; Wellness & employee assistance programs; Possible bonuses