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Premier Client Advisor

USI Insurance Services
Portland, OR
$80K a year
Full-time

General Description :

Responsible for servicing and managing client accounts and the retention of assigned Tier 1 Premier clients. Activities include, but not limited to renewal marketing, handling client questions and requests, and annual client coverage review.

Required to perform essential functions and meet service standards and Best Practices developed by USI.

Responsibilities :

  • Maintain a minimum of 95% retention of Client Accounts by pro-active client engagement including the contacting clients that have moved business by Broker of Record letters to determine why business was lost by USI.
  • Provide technical expertise (knowledge of insurance coverage and products, staying abreast on industry updates and changes) with service of new and existing clients.

Provide expertise in account development and / or identifying new exposures and problem solving in accordance with the objectives and procedures based on USI Core Values and Standards.

  • Complete USI New Business Process for new clients, including establishing a communication plan with the client, reviewing all policies for accuracy, reviewing and delivering welcome packets and reviewing any necessary corrections with both client and carrier.
  • Manage all pre-renewal activities for Premier clients, including delivering annual summary of insurance and scheduling client meeting / call to complete annual risk assessment.

Holding client renewal meetings / calls to determine changes in exposures or client concerns with current program or marketplace.

Deliver renewal proposal to Premier clients quoting additional lines and / or markets, as applicable.

Execute on policy renewals as appropriate; issue proof of insurance as needed, deliver or cancel policies as required.

Maintain renewal expirations, to avoid any lapse in coverage.

  • Respond to underwriters’ questions in a timely and professional manner.
  • Maintain a high degree of accuracy in agency management and document management systems.
  • Provide direction to clients in submitting first reports of claims, facilitate prompt response from carrier.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Up to 5 years experience in Personal Lines Property & Casualty Insurance along with comprehensive understanding of all Property & Casualty insurance coverages, underwriting and rating concepts.
  • High School Graduate. College degree preferred, but not required.
  • Must hold state Property & Casualty insurance license
  • Hold an industry designation such as ARM, CIC, CPRIA, CPCU or expected to further industry knowledge through courses with intent to pursue an industry designation.
  • Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Sagitta / WorkSmart preferred, but not required.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Sets priorities and manages work flow to ensure efficient, timely and accurate processing of transactions and other responsibilities.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Keep informed regarding industry information, new product information, legislation, coverages and technology to continuously improve knowledge and performance.
  • Interact with others effectively by utilizing good communication skills, cooperating purposefully and providing information and guidance, as needed, to achieve the business goals of the company.

Why USI?

With more than $2.5 billion in revenue and over 10,000 associates across 200+ offices nationwide, USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world.

At USI, we have created one of the most dynamic personal and professional development cultures in the industry. We invest heavily in our associates, and we take pride in celebrating their growth and success through our one-of-a-kind employee reward and recognition programs.

We invite you to learn more about what makes USI an exceptional place to work!

Unrivaled Resources and Support

What truly distinguishes USI as a premier insurance brokerage and consulting firm is the, a game-changing value proposition that delivers to clients a robust set of risk management and benefit solutions with bottom-line financial impact.

USI ONE® represents Omni, Network, Enterprise the three key elements that set USI apart from the competition. Through USI ONE, we develop strategic, timely and effective risk management and benefit programs in terms that are easy to understand, and we demonstrate how the solutions can have a positive economic impact.

Industry-Leading Programs, Rewards, and Recognition

In addition to competitive pay, incentives, and benefits, USI recognizes associates through our Summit Awards program, rewarding excellence in those who build our brand each day.

USI offers that recognize outstanding achievement and help our associates lead healthy, productive lives. We turn care into action with our award-winning wellness program, college scholarships for associates' children, and financial help in times of need.

Deep Community Engagement

We are committed to giving back to our local communities and supporting a culture of environmental sustainability. From sharing our time, talent, and resources to support local non-profit organizations, animal shelters, and environmental beautification and restoration projects to partnering with eco-conscious vendors and taking steps to reduce our own environmental footprint we’re working to build a better future.

Committed to a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workplace

Our award-winning diversity, equity, and inclusion program educated our associates to help them better understand and serve our clients, prospects, fellow team members, and local communities through curated education and training resources, employee support programs, and community outreach initiatives to build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture.

Nationally Recognized as a Top Insurance Employer

  • Recognized as one of Insurance Business America’s Top Insurance Employers for six consecutive years (2018-2023).
  • Named to Business Insurance’s annual list of the Best Places to Work in Insurance four years in a row (2020-2023).
  • Recipient of the American Heart Association’s Gold Status for a maintaining a culture of health and well-being five years in a row (2018-2022).
  • Visit our for a complete list of industry awards and recognitions!

USI is committed to providing a full-suite of competitive benefits for our growing population and its diverse needs. We offer a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs.

USI also offers a generous paid time off policy, paid family leave benefit as well as 12 paid holidays .

This is a Paid Time Off / Paid Sick Leave eligible position. 18 days per year.

This is a bonus eligible position with a target incentive of 5%.

$60,000 - $80,000

30+ days ago
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