Client Manager Associate, Select Market

Excellent communication skills Excellent customer service soft skills The Client Manager Associate, Select Market will assume overall responsibility for assisting Sales Representatives in the renewal process as well as recognizing opportunities to add additional lines of coverage to existing business. This position requires the individual to be an ambassador to the business and always use best practices. You Will Provide renewal rate relief for the Select Market segment through negotiations with underwriting and generating plan options. Proactively identify Add Issue opportunities for the small market segment by generating reports and other strategies developed in collaboration with Sales Representatives. Follow up with producers and assistants regarding Renewal/Add Issue status; engage Sales Representatives as needed to help close the sale. Review Experience Reports with Sales Representatives for the Select Market; Package/deliver appropriate reports based on Sales Representative’s authorization; Understand, interpret, and clearly communicate renewal rates, options, and add issue quotes to the Producer/Assistant. Deliver renewals to the Producer/Assistant/Planholder via email or mail for the small market segment. Serve as Subject Matter Expert on various Guardian systems (Salesforce, CPS, Panorama, etc.) capabilities, products, and workflow procedures. You Have Competencies/Skills: Excellent communication skills Excellent customer service soft skills Strong consultative, negotiation, persuasion and influencing skills – sales orientation Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships at all levels Strong attention to detail Planning and organizational skills Strong mathematical aptitude/analytical skills Ability to adapt to change Ability to work independently Goal Oriented – meets Add Issue/persistency goals, etc. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Salesforce, CPS, Panorama Ability to represent Guardian in a professional manner Knowledge: Solid knowledge of group insurance, products, contracts, and services Knowledge of underwriting principles and practices Education: BA or BS Degree preferred Experience: 3-5 years of industry experience preferred Demonstrated success in servicing Producer/Assistants/Customers Location, Travel, and Work Arrangement The position will be based in Guardian's Plano, TX Office. The work arrangement will be hybrid. Travel is minimal (less than 10%). Salary Range $37,980.00 - $62,392.50 The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation. Our Promise At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards. Inspire Well-Being As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. 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