Client Service Rep-Personal Lines

Client Service Rep-Personal Lines

We are W3 an IMA Company, an independent insurance agency founded in 1925. We have a rich history of providing quality service and unwavering commitment to our clients and community. Our agency represents an extensive list of "A rated" insurance companies to provide the best coverage, at the most affordable rates available. We have insurance products to fit the specific needs of both businesses and individuals, offering commercial, homeowners, auto, boat and life insurance.

Position Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the advisors in the client service aspect of managing a personal lines book of business as assigned, and consistently provide excellent customer service and leadership to accounts, as well as represent client needs and goals within the organization to ensure quality by performing the following duties:

Job Duties:

• Work collaboratively and cooperatively with others, with a commitment to a workplace of dignity and respect, in compliance with equal employment opportunity standards and regulations.
• Accept coaching from supervisors and managers, in compliance with the Agency's policies and procedures.
• Take and process premium payments from clients.
• Rate policies and be familiar with carrier underwriting guidelines (marketing, quoting, binding of personal insurance products).
• Check new and renewal policies for accuracy in rating, typing, coverage, signatures. Ensure that these items are delivered and/or mailed to client.
• Receive phone calls from clients and companies regarding insurance, claims, or administrative problems, and comply with the request.
• Analyze policy transactions and correct company records to adjust errors.
• Interpret policy provisions to determine methods of effecting desired changes, type of insurance, or change in method of payment.
• Input customer applications into the agency management system from the carrier rating applications.
• Assist Personal Insurance Advisors with all customer service responsibilities.
• Update computer for cancellations, reinstatements. Send out form letter to clients as applicable.
• Provide superior customer service to clients.
• Report issues and follow up for resolutions with carriers and clients.
• Assist in completion of Underwriting audits as required.
• Assist in data entry, projects, creating client portfolios as similar tasks.
• Handle routine correspondence between carriers, agency and insured.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the insurance marketplace, including specific coverage and industry targets.
• Maintain electronic files in an orderly, up-to-date manner and with our current status guidelines.
• Monitor personal continuing education requirements to ensure compliance with licensing requirements. Attend classes as necessary.
• Provide backup support to the CSR team and Advisors.
• Become familiar with and follow Agency guidelines, policies and procedures.

This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, based on Agency needs.

Required Education & Qualifications:

• Florida 4-40 or 2-20 License Required
• High School Diploma/GED Required
• 3 or more years experience in personal lines insurance
• Solid understanding of all lines of Florida Personal insurance
• Ability to build rapport with each customer through active listening
• Experience dealing the multiple insurance carriers
• Knowledge of Applied "EPIC" Agency Management System beneficial
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel

Compensation & Benefits

Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following: Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend, Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate's geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.

Why Join IMA?

We've built a reputation for putting our associates first

What if we told you that you could be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, expanding company, develop lasting relationships, earn competitive benefits, plus claim part ownership? It's this unique ownership business model that makes working at IMA so appealing.

We work in teams. We sell in teams. We win and prosper as a team

We provide support systems and resources that enable each of our associates to focus on what they do best. And as an independent company based in the Midwest, we're big enough to write business all over the world and small enough to implement your ideas quickly.

We are recognized nationally as a leader in our industry

• 2020-2023 Business Insurance Magazine Best Places to Work in Insurance
• 2023 Inc. Magazine's Best Workplaces
• 2023 Denver Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2022-2023 Connecticut Top Work Places
• 2021-2023 Inc. 5000's List of Fastest Growing Companies
• 2019-2022 Civic 50 Colorado Honoree Recognizing 50 Most Community-Minded Companies
• 2022-2023 Kansas City Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2021-2023 Charlotte Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2021-2023 Los Angeles Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2021-2023 The Salt Lake City Tribune Top Work Places
• 2021-2022 Puget Sound Business Journal's Washington's Best Workplaces
• 2021-2022 Wichita Business Journal's Best Places to Work, #1 in extra-large category
• 2021 Dallas Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2021 Alaska Journal of Commerce's Best Workplaces in Alaska

The IMA Financial Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The IMA Financial Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.