Surety Business Services Specialist (Remote) (Sales)
Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. Amerisure is an A.M. Best “A” (excellent) rated company and services mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. We are ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, and have more than $825 million in Direct Written Premiums and $1.08 billion in surplus.
Amerisure is adding to staff and recruiting for a Surety Business Services Specialist to join our team. This position can sit remote with preference for someone that is near our Lisle, Illinois or Phoenix, Arizona office. The ideal candidate will possess the following skill set.
Position Summary:
Manage the day-to-day service requests of our agency partners. Lead the Surety department billing and receivable processes. Support the build out of organizational capabilities to meet the needs of the Surety line of business. Manage with the execution of these capabilities and contributing to the vision for continuing development to support an efficient and robust Surety business.
Responsibilities:
Liaison with all supporting Amerisure staff to align Surety needs with existing Amerisure Insurance processes and procedures.
Support internal development of both Policy Administration Solutions and Billing Solutions with user acceptance testing.
Provide account setup and support to underwriting teams, with duties in and around the underwriting process including setup of financial analysis and file maintenance.
Assist the Surety department by identifying and implementing improvements to our key systems and workflows.
Provide support for all Agency maintenance functions
Assist in developing internal reports and underwriting solutions
Responsible for analysis and entry of bond transactions into the Surety BAS (Bond Administration System) including class coding, descriptions, premium and commission calculation
Create and issue new bond and renewal documentation
Provides support to Credit and Billing Services ensuring systems of record are properly updated
Research and help Credit and Billing Services resolve premium and/or commission discrepancies
Requirements:
Associates degree or equivalent experience.
3 years commercial insurance or accounting experience, surety industry experience preferred.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
Ability to function at a high level of effectiveness, flexibility, independence, and initiative without daily interaction with management.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively build relationships across all levels of the organization.
Ability to facilitate internal meetings and informational exchanges.
Strong attention to detail with a willingness to focus on the customer experience.
Travel up to 10%
Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success® agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package. Amerisure offers a Compensation & Benefits Package that includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health & welfare benefits, 401(k) savings plan and profit sharing. In addition to generous paid time off programs, we allow our employees flexible and remote work arrangements. If you strive for excellence and are committed to personal and professional growth, Amerisure is looking for you.
Amerisure Insurance provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Amerisure Insurance complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Amerisure Insurance expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Amerisure's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
