Placement Specialist, Commercial Risk - IAS, Southwest

The Baldwin Group is an award-winning entrepreneur-led and inspired insurance brokerage firm delivering expertly crafted Commercial Insurance and Risk Management, Private Insurance and Risk Management, Employee Benefits and Benefit Administration, Asset and Income Protection, and Risk Mitigation strategies to clients wherever their passions and businesses take them throughout the U.S. and abroad. The Baldwin Group has award-winning industry expertise, colleagues, competencies, insurers, and most importantly, a highly differentiated culture that our clients consider an invaluable expansion of their business. The Baldwin Group (

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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for marketing all assigned accounts. Assisting in auditing and compliance of marketing information. Assists in the mentoring, coaching, and training for the Marketing Analyst Team. Peer reviews marketing work product of others. Coordinates service delivery on assigned accounts including developing initial placement and renewal strategy. Cultivates strong relationships with insurance company partners, responsible for knowing carrier requirements and attributes, and in-depth knowledge of at least one carrier. Generates periodic reports for distribution. Looks for opportunities to improve the firm, Business Segment and processes. Brings issues and discrepancies to the attention of appropriate leadership. Serves as a mentor to colleagues as requested. Completes special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Capable of cultivating strong relationships with insurance company partners, including key insurance markets and insurance company partner representatives Detail oriented and able to analyze various benefit plans to provide the appropriate recommendations for clients and prospects. Ability to work as part of a team and build relationships with all firm business segments. Demonstrates the organization's core values, exuding behavior that is aligned with the firm's culture Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with a heavy emphasis on Excel. Ability to learn any other appropriate program or software system used by the firm as necessary

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree preferred and/or 4+ years work related experience. Prefer some experience in an agency environment. Active insurance license required Certification(s): None required; None preferred License(s): Maintains all licenses as required by the State Department of Insurance to provide service, consultation, and financial risk transfer solutions in states where the firm functions or be willing and able to obtain all required licenses within the first 90 days of employment required; Maintains all licenses as required by the State Department of Insurance to provide service, consultation, and financial risk transfer solutions in states where the firm functions or be willing and able to obtain all required licenses within the first 90 days of employment preferred

OTHER:

Fast paced multi-tasking environment Some local travel may be required

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This position description is intended to describe the level of work required of the person performing in the role and is not a contract. The essential responsibilities are outlined; other duties may be assigned as needs arise or as required to support the organization. All requirements may be subject to reasonable accommodation to applicants and colleagues who need them for medical or religious reasons. #

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Click here for some insight into our culture! The Baldwin Group will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate who applies on our career site. Any unsolicited resumes sent to The Baldwin Group, including unsolicited resumes sent via any source from an Agency, will not be considered and are not subject to any fees for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. The Baldwin Group (previously Baldwin Risk Partners) is a cohesive group of experts in business insurance, employee benefits, retirement planning, and all areas of private and personal insurance. Since 2011, we've evolved from a local business into a national firm with a vast network of specializations serving two million clients across the country. At The Baldwin Group, we provide solutions so our clients can pursue what's possible for themselves, their families, and their businesses. Whether renting a first apartment, opening a small business or taking a company public, we offer solutions to support clients at every step of their journey giving them peace of mind to pursue their purpose, passion, and dreams. We Protect the Possible. The Baldwin Group is an equal employment opportunity firm and strives to comply with all laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, marital status, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of the firm are prohibited from engaging in this conduct.