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Assistant Vice President Client Services
PRIMARY PURPOSE : To determine account management strategies related to client service plans; to be responsible for retention of existing clients, customer satisfaction, revenue growth, client surveys, and new business; to provide program management for jumbo clients requiring dedicated staff, multiple offices and complex service models; and to oversee the work of other local Client Services staff.
ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver great work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides stewardship reporting to clients; identifying and educating clients on issues and trends impacting programs.
Conducts pre-renewal visits reviewing client loss experience and general company performance. Reviews and identifies areas of potential dissatisfaction prior to renewal meetings.
Performs client renewal, contract revision, and Client Service Instruction preparation for complex programs.
Negotiates changes or improvements to service plan.
Facilitates the reduction of process barriers, technology constraints, or resource constraints by directing and influencing the activities of other internal departments such as information technology, operations and business development.
Coordinates client invoicing, audits and accounts receivable follow up for assigned clients.
Resolves all major customer service issues.
Identifies and solicits cross-selling opportunities.
Participates in local insurance community through advanced education and affiliation memberships.
Supervises and directs personnel assigned to programs requiring multiple Account Representatives.
Ensures compliance with all applicable Quality initiatives.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Travel as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.
Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. CPCU, AIC and/or ARM or other related designation preferred.
Experience
Ten (10) years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years account manager experience or five (5) years adjuster experience including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
Skills & Knowledge
Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills
Leadership/management/motivational skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Excellent account rounding ability
Strong understanding of workers compensation, liability and disability claims management
In-depth knowledge of client servicing
Ability to handle conflict and confront challenging issues in a fast work environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
TAKING CARE OF YOU BY
We offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits package including:
Three Medical, and two dental plans to choose from.
Tuition reimbursement eligible.
401K plan that matches 50% on every $ you put in up to the first 6% you save.
4 weeks PTO your first full year.
NEXT STEPS
If your application is selected to advance to the next round, a recruiter will be in touch.
As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $120,000 - $135,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com
