What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agribusiness - Account Executive II position at Central Bank?
POSITION SUMMARY
Working in a team environment, the Licensed Agribusiness Account Executive position provides internal oversight and directed management of all client accounts assigned by the Agency Principal and/or the Sales Manager on behalf of Sales Executives. The Licensed Account Executive applies a significant body of knowledge to the handling of client services, incoming new business, renewal business and the ongoing servicing of assigned clients in an effort to develop a "best of practice" client experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Account Servicing 70%
- Demonstrate the ability to explain proper policy placement/program needs and suggest additions or changes to the program for the benefit of the client.
- Grow assigned clients' book of business and meet the mandated retention goals set forth by management.
- Understand the development of premium and establish payment methods that meet the needs of clients.
- Respond to all client inquiries and issues in a timely manner.
- Confer with clients to obtain and provide information to the carrier of record when claims are tendered if requested.
- Aid in claims disputes as requested / directed by the insured.
- Provide direct support to the Sales Executive and act as a resource to others.
- Complete accurate, daily data entry into the insurance's core management system.
- Answer phone calls and handle inquiries or forward to appropriate servicing party.
- Provide fill in or coverage for other lines of insurance as needed.
New Business 15%
- Ensure that policy requirements are fulfilled, including any necessary submissions, applications, underwriting data and that the completion of appropriate forms are correct.
- Greet on-site or walk-in clients that seek interest in new business products.
- Explain features, advantages and disadvantages of various policies to promote sale of insurance policies.
Renewals 10%
- Conducts reviews to assess client risk and responds to changes in client exposure.
Other 5%
- Maintain CEC requirements directed by management to continually be successful in this position.
- Attend meetings, seminars and programs to learn about new products and services, learn new skills, and receive technical assistance in developing a stronger and more effective delivery of our client experience.
- Represent the bank and insurance agency in a positive manner at community/organizational activities.
- Responsible for knowing and following all mandated bank and agency policies, procedures and practices.
- Perform all other duties as assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree required or equivalent work experience
- 2 years’ experience in similar job duties
- TAM or EPIC Agency Management System competency preferred
- Current Property/Casualty Licensee or the ability to obtain within 45 days
- Current Crop Licensee or the ability to obtain within 90 days
EEO/AA/M/F/V/D
