Account Specialist

As an Account Specialist with Sentry, youll serve as a relationship builder to customers and internal partners to develop positive relationships with assigned accounts or regions.

This role is required to work standard hours of Monday - Friday from 8 AM - 4:30 PM. This role will follow Sentry's hybrid work model and can work out of Davenport, Iowa or the Strongs Stevens Point, WI Sentry office.

What You'll Do
Serve as primary point of contact and resource for designated producer(s), customers, and/or agents within the territory. Act as a relationship builder by using a combination of soft skills to connect with internal teams, customers and agents to form positive relationships
Partners with producers to service existing book and identify opportunities for partner placement agency (Parker Stevens Agency or Hortica Brokerage)
Makes detailed decisions, and understands business risks and consequences of them
Serve as primary point of contact and owner of all service-related items, such as incoming customer calls, emails, and faxes regarding service needs, changes, questions, and problems
Provide proactive service needs to ensure completion, including quotes, renewals, policy changes, urgent recommendations, billing, and audits
Creates new and renewal applications to these smaller businesses
Act as a relationship builder and liaison between sales producer, underwriting, other internal departments, and/or customers or agents in gathering of underwriting requirements and customer documents/signatures

What it Takes
Associate degree or equivalent work experience
2+ years of related work experience
Property & Casualty License required; if not currently licensed, must obtain within 120 days of hire
Prior Commercial Lines insurance experience desired with knowledge of Commercial Lines products and/or underwriting guidelines
Ability to interpret and apply internal practices, commercial insurance concepts and underwriting guidelines
Ability to work independently and able to manage individual time among competing priorities
Ability to travel on a limited basis to attend team meetings and/or to meet prospects or current customers
Strong PC skills and ability to quickly learn a variety of software applications
Composure, strong customer service skills and ability to build and maintain relationships is key
Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment and work independently with little direction

Here is what you can look forward to as part of our team:

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Were committed to supporting the whole you, which is why we offer a comprehensive package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy the best of both worlds. With optional work from home on Mondays and Fridays and join your team in the office Tuesday through Thursday to collaborate and learn. We provide the technology and tools you need for both your office and home workspace from day one.
Dining on Us: Depending on your location, we may provide a stipend that can be used at our on-site cafeteria or a meal allowance to keep you fueled.
Continuous Learning: Unlock your potential through Sentry University and take advantage of our tuition reimbursement program.
Comprehensive Benefits: We support your whole self with group medical, dental, and vision insurance along with parental leave, pet insurance, caregiver leave, and wellness resources. Options for HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA are available.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy your generous Paid Time Off allowance to rest and take advantage of paid Volunteer Time Off to support your community.
Investing in Your Future : Were committed to your long-term financial well-being. We offer a 100% company match on the first 8% you contribute to your 401(k) each pay period, and those funds vest immediately.
Giving Back: Through the Sentry Foundation, were proud to support the United Way and make a difference in our communities.

Why Join Sentry?
At Sentry, we believe our people are the heart of our success. Were proud to be recognized for the culture weve built, earning spots on Forbes lists for Americas Best Midsize Employers and Best Employers for New Grads, as well as Newsweeks Americas Greatest Workplaces for Women and Diversity. These honors reflect our commitment to your professional satisfaction and growth.

Building on a Legacy
Our future is bright, but its anchored in a long history of stability. Since our founding in 1904, weve dedicated ourselves to helping businesses protect their futures. That trust has made us one of the largest and most financially stable mutual insurance companies in the U.S. Were proud to have maintained an A+ rating from A.M. Best, the industrys leading authority, for over 30 years.

Your Career, Our Community
Whether youre working at our headquarters in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, or one of our many offices across the country, youll find a challenging and rewarding environment. Explore the Our Teams tab on our Career Page to see the diverse career paths we offer, with a focus on ongoing development and professional growth.

Ready to own your future? Join us at Sentry, opportunities await!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.