Position Title: Placement Specialist
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary:
The Placement Specialist leads the marketing process for renewals within the Risk Management Unit.
Job Responsibilities:
- Leads the renewal process, adhering to the established renewal workflow and timelines.
- Recommends changes to the renewal process that will result in greater internal efficiency and excellent customer service.
- Coordinates and communicates with internal partners throughout the marketing process to ensure consistently high levels of client service
- Meets with insured prior to renewal to obtain current information and identify exposures.
- Determines appropriate markets, carriers, and coverages to quote for client needs.
- Sends completed applications to carriers. Answers all carrier requests and questions until
- quotes are received.
- Completes analysis of quotes and coverages to determine options for proposal.
- Meets with insured to present proposal. Provides guidance in coverage selections.
- Binds coverage as authorized by the client.
- Creates executive summary of renewal to share with internal partners.
- Updates Agency Management System with all submission notes and results.
- Quotes new lines of coverage mid-term as needed.
- Performs other specific duties and projects assigned by the Chief Operations Officer.
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
Education:
College degree preferred
Work Experience:
At least 5 years of related experience preferred
Professional Certifications/Licenses: P&C License
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to understand and analyze commercial Lines coverage, markets, forms, and policies
Above average mathematical skills - Strong attention to details and accuracy
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of computers and MS Office products; working knowledge of Sagitta agency management system preferred
Special Job Conditions:
- Environment in which constant deadlines exist
- Must be available to work outside of regularly scheduled hours if necessary to meet client needs and deadlines
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Single-day regional travel required for client meetings
We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. Marsh & McLennan Agency offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including: health and welfare, tuition assistance, 401K, employee assistance program, career mobility, employee network groups, volunteer opportunities, and other programs. For more information about our company, please visit us at: http://marshmma.com/careers.
Skills Required
- At least 5 years of related experience
- P&C License
- College degree preferred
Marsh McLennan Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave offerings are described as generous, including sizable PTO, paid holidays, paid sick days, and additional time off such as paid volunteer time and “Summer days.” These time-off benefits are portrayed as a standout part of the overall rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision options, with additional supports like disability and life insurance and access to mental health resources and an EAP. The breadth of plan options is positioned as a core strength of the benefits package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as solid, with 401(k) programs and employer matching frequently highlighted alongside other financial programs. Stock purchase options are also referenced as an additional wealth-building component of the total rewards mix.
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What We Do
Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) brings together nearly 78,000 experts in risk, strategy, and people across Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman, serving clients in over 130 countries. Marsh enables enterprise worldwide by helping clients manage risks, transforming uncertainty into opportunity. Guy Carpenter helps clients grow profitably with reinsurance broking expertise, advisory services, and advanced analytics. Mercer helps organizations advance the health, wealth, and careers of their most vital asset — their people. Oliver Wyman’s expertise in strategy, operations, risk, and organization transformation changes what is possible for our clients, their industries, and society. Together, we combine a unique range of capabilities to help our clients solve problems, seize opportunities, and build lasting success in increasingly complex operating environments.
