CLAIMS CLIENT SERVICE SPECIALIST

Description :

This opportunity is open to all employee-owners with minimum one year of service with M+S at our upstate locations : Glens Falls, NY, Hoosick Falls, NY, Leeds, NY, Queensbury, NY, Saratoga Springs, NY, Tannersville, NY, Troy, NY, and Warrensburg, NY.

We are hiring in our P+C Upstate Division for a Claims Client Service Specialist!

Provide utmost service to clients by fulfilling major responsibilities as listed below. Support agency's growth objectives by

working in conjunction with Account Management team to provide service and support to our clients.

Provide excellent service to our clients by promptly responding to their inquiries and addressing their individual

needs for the products and services our agency provides.

Review policy coverage and identify areas that need enhancement and upgrading and coordinate with Account

Manager.

Underwrite individual risk situations to ensure that they meet our agency standards and those of the insurance

companies we represent.

Secure applications from Sales Executives and Account Managers, and / or clients for all coverages, including price

quotations and comparisons for the companies we represent.

Manage all account transactions (including but not limited to) endorsements, binders, certificates, cancellations, ID

cards and correspondence. Review policies for accuracy and completeness and update system in accordance with

workflow procedures.

Review all cancellation requests from clients and determine action to be taken. If there is a chance to regain the

business, contact AM and SE and assist in regaining account.

• Timely follow up on company and client suspense and diaries.
• Treat every service contact as an opportunity for account rounding, upgrading current coverage and to obtain

referrals.

• Seek referrals from client base for new prospects and follow up to generate new business.
• Keep abreast of changes within the insurance industry as well as maintain a file on pertinent information received

from insurance companies.

• Communicate with clients on a regular basis to thank them for their business.
• Communicate with Supervisor / Manager any issues to ensure excellent customer service.
• Process transactions carefully paying attention to detail in a timely manner.
• Process claims as applicable including follow up on outstanding claims and aid with resolution as necessary.
• Perform financial duties as directed by management.
• Document in system all conversations with clients and carriers pertaining to coverages and exposures.
• Maintain professional accreditation necessary to meet agency standards.
• Participate in continuing education programs when available.
• Build and maintain favorable and professional work relationship with other staff members.
• Adhere to established employee manual policies and guidelines.
• Adhere to workflow procedures and follow guidelines to reduce the risk of E&O claims.
• Promptly report all possible E&O claims and potential E&O claims.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff, and agency information.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements :

• College degree preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in insurance lines of coverage, fundamental rating, underwriting and procedural skills.
• Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience with Vertafore a plus.
• Proven ability to exceed expectations.
• Appropriate state insurance licenses and continuing education required .
• Works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the

company in a professional manner.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• High level of organizational ability with attention to detail.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Salary Range is $47,500 - $52,500.

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

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