Account Executive, Chicago
Chicago, IL, United States
Inclusively is partnering with a life insurance company to hire an Account Executive, Chicago .
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Salary range: $130,000 - $150,000 (includes base salary)
This position primarily involves a hybrid work schedule - working remotely: Monday & Friday / on site: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate should possess
Knowledge regarding systems and processes internally/externally to meet the needs of clients
Strong understanding and knowledge of Life, Disability, and FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act)
Ability to quarterback routine/complex issues and willing to be assertive when necessary
High energy and self-motivated who will work with a "sense of urgency" and a "take charge" attitude to partnering internally with matrix partners and external market needs
Ability to navigate and develop relationships within a matrix organization (underwriting, sales, service partners)
Demonstrate active listening, written and verbal skills
Proactively identify and present client growth opportunities; work with matrix partners to guide successful implementation
Team player, but able to work independently to reach common goals
Well organized and able to handle multiple tasks at once while prioritizing as needed
Be a local market resource that has in-depth knowledge of insurance coverages, products and staying abreast on industry updates/changes
Be accountable to deliver an exceptional client and broker service experience
Job Responsibilities: Profitable Growth/Retention
Develop book management activities to ensure optimum upsell penetration
Foster and expand deep client and producer relationships
Drive profitability/retention in order to hit annual goals
Deliver and participate in all aspects of renewal process including census attainment, underwriting negotiations, creating/delivering renewal letters, follow up renewal acceptances
Facilitate and negotiate policy changes with underwriting on behalf of clients/brokers
Attend and participate in industry events to further expand knowledge and relationships
Maintain compliance tracking in all appropriate systems as needed (external meetings, pipeline, renewals)
Other Job Duties
Participate in new hire and ongoing upskill training
Be a resource, mentor, subject matter expert (internally/externally)
Participate in special projects and bring forward process improvements with enthusiasm and strong work ethic
Qualifications/Education Required
Excellent communication (verbal and written), presentation, and interpersonal skills
BA/BS Degree preferred
Life/Accident/Disability/Leave experience preferred
Licenses (Yes)
Excellent MS Office skills
Ability to use and present technology/online tools effectively
Negotiation and influencing skills
Working Conditions
Ability to travel domestically/overnight up to 30% may be required
Base Pay + Incentive Comp
Location: Chicago Field Sales office
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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