New Products and National Accounts Development Manager- Windmark
Alliant Insurance Services is one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. Alliant is changing the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, so they can capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations.
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SUMMARY
Responsible for developing, coordinating and supervising the work activities involved with new products and related software that benefit MPCI (Multiple Peril Crop Insurance), CH (Crop Health) and/or NP (New Producer) crop insurance policies of the Windmark Crop Division, Windmark Insurance Agency and Windmark's affiliated agencies nationwide. Also responsible for developing and attaining new premium volume goals within the national marketing region(s). Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state and local laws, wherein the Company operates.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops and assists in maintaining new business volume with identifiable agencies in applicable national marketing regions.
Develops and organizes the new products and related workflow through the applicable insurance company and Windmark Crop Division. Monitors any deadlines and work output within said process to ensure deadlines are met.
Coordinates the Windmark Crop Division work by planning and directing work assignments involved with developing new products, provisions, regulations, and/or applicable software.
Check all layers of the new products to ensure accuracy, identifying and marking errors and making corrections.
Monitors new products software and the updating of software to ensure accuracy, the inclusion of new and/or changed information, and compliance with rules and regulations.
Identifies and compiles database information to create reports in response to requests.
Trains staff members and/or agents in use of the new products software and the interpretation of source documents.
Develops and organizes the related workflow through the applicable insurance company, Windmark Crop Division, branch agencies and/or affiliated agencies. Monitors any deadlines and work output within said agencies to ensure processing deadlines are met.
Answers questions and provides information to the agents, agricultural producers and to staff members regarding assessment of new products, software and similar matters/documents, communicating by phone, mail and/or email.
Completes the required 90 Day Business Plan, if applicable.
Informs President of the status and concerns of the Windmark direct agents and/or affiliated agencies.
Monitors new software releases and upgrades to ensure proper use and utilization.
Monitors and checks outgoing reports and policy forms.
Comply with management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information).
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ten (10) or more years Experience in the use of insurance company equipment, agency equipment and general office practices
SKILLS
In-depth knowledge of MPCI, CH and specialty programs and the applicable underwriting rules and procedure
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to effectively communicate and maintain business relationships with insurance company personnel and outside resource customers
Ability to perform basic and complex mathematical calculations
Ability to work well with people in a team environment
Ability to work from oral and written communications
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to assist in other work related areas as required
Ability to comprehend questions and concerns over the telephone and to provide correct and courteous answers
Ability to effectively communicate and maintain business relationships with insurance company personnel and outside resource customers
Ability to learn and apply detailed information about the industry and insurance company's products, services, processes and systems used in the industry and the companies
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