Commercial Insurance Senior Account Manager - Transportation; Remote Option

Commercial Insurance Senior Account Manager - Transportation (Remote Option)

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Title: Senior Account Manager – Commercial Lines

Remote: Fully Remote for applicants in Eastern, Central, and Mountain Time Zones. Candidates may be required to work onsite within 50 miles of a branch location as business needs arise. Home office must be dedicated and distraction‑free.

Location support: Elgin, IL (book focus: Transportation – Middle Market)

Requirements: Active property & casualty license; ability to work Central Time Zone office hours.

About the Role: Manage an assigned book of business, ensuring account retention, supporting new business, and coordinating day‑to‑day administrative and customer service activities. Resolve complex issues and serve as a subject‑matter expert for the account management team.

• Maintain a high degree of technical competence and industry expertise.
• Direct daily activities and workflow of the account management team.
• Handle customer service requests, policy administration, billing, claims, and coverage analysis.
• Manage policy expirations and renewals.
• Conduct client research, prepare submissions, negotiate coverages, and present proposals.
• Monitor accounts receivable reports and take action on delinquent accounts, collecting outstanding balances.
• Maintain agency management systems and carrier/vendor platforms, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and maintain activity/suspense to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain frequent, transparent communication with the account team regarding workload status and any issues.
• Deliver excellent service, proactively anticipate needs, and respond quickly to service requests.
• Stay updated on company policies and procedures.
• Seek and adopt best practices to improve individual and team performance.
• Demonstrate integrity and leadership, championing IOA values.

• 7+ years of account management experience, or 10+ years in the insurance industry.
• Thorough knowledge of insurance brokerage and client needs.
• Active property & casualty licensing; professional designation (CIS, TRIP, or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Exceptional customer service, communication, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• High School Diploma (or equivalent).

• Competitive salaries and bonus potential.
• Company‑paid health insurance.
• Paid holidays, vacations, and sick time.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Professional growth and career progression opportunities.
• A respectful culture and work/family life balance.
• Community service commitment.
• Supportive teammates and a rewarding work environment.

• 30‑minute phone screen, online assessments, and interview(s).

Salary Range: $75,000 – $100,000 annually, depending on experience and geographic location.

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