Commercial Insurance Account Associate – Buffalo, NY (Onsite)

Commercial Insurance Account Associate – Buffalo, NY (Onsite)

Due to an internal promotion, Lawley is in search of a Commercial Insurance Account Associate in Buffalo, NY! This position would work onsite at Lawley’s downtown office 5 days a week. This person would be responsible for supporting the Commercial Lines service and marketing team with the processing of documents, internal requests, data entry, and preparation and entry of marketing submissions to carrier or marketing department. This position would also support the distribution of internal reports, administer all aspects of our internal incentive program, and compile all internal compliance/quality assurance audits. The ideal candidate has at least one year of prior office experience. Lawley is a family-owned organization with strong core values and an emphasis on work/life balance. We encourage continuing education for all associates and support our team members in growing as insurance professionals. This position would include a full package, including benefits, paid parking, and a generous holiday and PTO schedule! If you have some administrative experience, and the desire to join one of the best places to work in insurance, please consider applying today!

Fundamental Components of the Job:

• Support the Commercial Lines service and/or marketing team with processing of documents, internal requests, data entry, and preparation and entry of marketing submissions to carrier or marketing department
• Preparing policies for delivery/distribution
• Accurately input and maintain compliance, client and vendor data (MVR’s, loss runs, other external sourced data)
• Distribution of internal reports; compilation of internal compliance/ quality assurance audits

Other functions of the job:
• Provide administrative support, including electronic mail, documents, spreadsheets and presentations
• Embrace all training opportunities to learn the insurance business
• Expand and grow in your role when supporting miscellaneous duties as requested

Skills/Traits That We Value for This Role:

• At least one-year experience in an office setting
• Interest in acquiring knowledge of insurance products; Insurance documents and usages are a plus
• MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint proficiency are a must!
• High School diploma required
• Ability to work well independently and on a team
• Incredible attention to detail, organizational skills, and strong time management capabilities
• Open to continuing education, including but not limited to a P&C licensing course
• Positive attitude, even in a fast-paced environment
• A passion to make customers and coworkers feel important and valued
• Precise communication skills, even under time constraints
• A desire to pursue a career in the insurance industry

What’s in It for You?

A bit about Lawley!
• We are not a call center environment
• We achieve success by building genuine relationships together, with our teams and clients
• We are a family owned insurance broker (nearly 70 years!)
• We are deeply committed to the communities we serve and love to get involved
• We work hard and play hard!!!
Why Lawley?
• Competitive salary and referral bonuses!
• Expansive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision—and SO many more)
• 3 weeks of PTO (prorated based on start date) AND a generous holiday schedule – available 1st day!
• Company 401K contribution received starting Day 1 (for participants 21+ years old)
• Educational support, career development, and growth opportunities
• Job Security (we’ve never had a lay-off, even during the pandemic)
• Flexibility, including hybrid schedules! Business hours 8am-4:30pm
• Comfortable, family-oriented culture, with an emphasis on work life balance
• Unlimited Volunteer Time Off opportunities (so you can assist in serving our communities)
• Fulfilling opportunities that align with your career path and our business needs

The compensation range for this position takes many factors into consideration including but not limited to: years of experience/training, skill set, and licenses/designations. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top of the range for a position as circumstances and location can vary in every hiring situation. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $33,000 to $55,000.

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