Wholesale/Excess & Surplus Lines Field Marketing Representative

Company:

BHHIC Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Insurance Company

As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of insurance companies, we offer outstanding opportunities for professionals interested in working with a successful company. We offer unparalleled financial strength, stability and “large company” benefits, in addition to an exciting, friendly, “small company” atmosphere.

A Brief Overview
 

The Field Marketing Representative visits with BHHC’s wholesale agency partners nationally and is responsible for monitoring and fostering agency relationships while growing a book of business.

What will you do?

• Understand and communicate BHHC’s non admitted property product to the assigned wholesale agents Arrange virtual visits and in person travel to call on wholesale agents nationally.

• Act as decision maker within the territory regarding all levels of agency appointments, agency commitment levels, terminations, and other types of disciplinary actions.

• Identify possible opportunities for new business by working with agency partners to review in-force business and work with Company underwriters to assist in the acquisition and retention of larger accounts.

• Develop the marketing strategy for the assigned agents .

• In person travel approximately 25% of the time.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent

• 3-5 years related work experience.

• Knowledge of Property & Casualty insurance and rating insurance products.

• Understanding of Excess & Surplus Lines Insurance.

Who would excel in this role?

• You excel in establishing and fostering relationships with larger insurance agencies.

• You are a big picture thinker and are able to develop marketing strategies for the assigned territory.

• You are able to work independently while collaborating with your team members.

• You are a goal-oriented person with excellent time management skills

• You have experience working with Wholesale Property Brokers and/or knowledge of Surplus Lines Insurance.

Education
Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience required.

Experience
Three or more years related work experience.

Required Knowledge

• Basic Marketing Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Knowledge

• Insurance terminology
• Manuals, policy coverages, endorsements, etc.
• Company guidelines on acceptability and profitability for applications/accounts/policies
• Department practices and procedures

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Excellent customer service
• Calculator
• Documentation
• Organize time and resources and handle multiple high priorities
• Research and evaluate alternatives, reach decisions, and make recommendations
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Meet deadlines
• Work with detail with accuracy
• Work well with others

A comprehensive benefits package is available for regular, full-time employees, including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance as well as a 401(k) with company match. We also proudly offer 100% upfront tuition reimbursement to regular, full-time employees, to further your education. Our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art, on-site gym, a robust wellness program, low-cost downtown parking, and numerous volunteer and networking opportunities with other emerging professionals.