State Fund Insurance - Associate Broker

Job Description

Job Description

At Amwins, we succeed together — and have a good time doing it.

We know people don't leave companies. They leave cultures — which is why we work so hard on ours. At Amwins, we thrive on collaboration, not cutthroat competition. Our teams work together to help each other succeed, and we do right by our clients so they can do right by theirs.

First and foremost, we invest in our employees. That investment shows in everything we do; education and development programs, comprehensive and competitive benefits, and an organizational structure that's 43% owned by employee shareholders. 

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion helps cultivate an open, welcoming workplace that reflects the communities we serve. ​You will have the opportunity to volunteer within Amwins through a wide range of committees and in your community through the Amwins Foundation and Summer of Service.

Working at Amwins means you love what you do, how you do it and, ultimately, who you do it with. Whether it's today or 150 years from now, we continue to invest in our culture and your development so opportunities for growth and career advancement are never in short supply.

At Amwins, we win together — and have a good time doing it. 

Learn more about us at amwins.com.

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Join our Amwins Access State Fund team in Santa Rosa as an Associate Broker!

This is a full-time, in office position in our Santa Rosa, CA office with a hybrid schedule once training is complete.

Snapshot of what Amwins provides to our team members:  

• Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience
• Annual bonus potential 
• Broad benefits package available
• Most benefits available first day of employment
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc.
• Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Travel Reimbursement for healthcare, Retail Discount Program, Scholarships for dependents of Amwins employees, etc. 
• Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Schedule 
• Collaborative, continuing education focused work environment
• Career advancement opportunities 

Position Summary:

Access State Fund Associate Broker will work with the retail agent to analyze new business submissions, evaluate coverage needs/terms, and submit to the carrier. They will submit new business quotes to the agents and assist with binding of the policy. They also work with retail agencies to educate them on carrier requirements, as well as Amwins products, programs, and capabilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analyzes risks to determine eligibility, appropriate classification(s) and carrier(s).
• Know available products, underwriting guidelines, and binding requirements for the line(s) of business they are responsible for.
• Submit new business information to carrier, via on-line portal.
• Offers quotes, noting all subjectivities and conditions.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining strong working relationships with carrier underwriters, and internal and external customers.
• Reviews inspections for recommendations, discrepancies, compliance with underwriting guidelines.
• Understands premium commitments to specific carriers to balance the book and meet obligations.
• Answers questions from the retail brokers and/or carrier
• Effectively use the company's agency managements system as well as other tools to perform their duties.
• Binds business within established guidelines.
• Review and approve policies and endorsements within authority.
• Performs special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills:

• College degree preferred.
• P&C License required or in progress.
• Strong knowledge of workers compensation insurance preferred
• Must be able to classify and rate risks.
• Must regularly exercise discretion and sound judgement.
• Must have excellent typing skills.
• Must have excellent organization skills.
• Must have strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office's Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Work from the Santa Rosa, CA office location preferred.

Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time, occasionally lift or move items up to 10 pounds, constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.

**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Pursuant to California regulation, the compensation range for this position is as stated and includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses. 

California Pay Range

$70,304—$75,000 USD