Senior Account Manager, Commercial Lines
At BlueStone Advisors, we are committed to fostering a culture of character and competence. Our mission is to empower our team members to cultivate trusted relationships with clients, ensuring they receive the highest level of service and support. BlueStone’s culture has been recognized nationally and is a Certified Great Place to Work™.
We prioritize the delivery of optimal results, allowing our clients to focus on what matters most: the growth and success of their businesses. Our approach is built on a foundation of integrity, collaboration, and excellence, enabling us to navigate challenges and identify opportunities effectively.
At BlueStone Advisors, we hire experienced professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes personal and professional development, ensuring our team members have the resources and support they need to thrive. This commitment not only enhances our team\'s capabilities but also strengthens the service we provide to our clients.
Position Overview
The Senior Account Manager, Commercial Lines, is a client-obsessed advisor who maintains and cultivates positive, trust-based relationships. Responsible for the day-to-day management of complex client accounts, this role manages a book of business with integrity and provides deep strategic insights for new business and renewals. They win as a team by establishing strong connections among carriers, clients, and internal partners to drive growth and client retention.
The essential duties and responsibilities may include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Lead advanced strategy and commercial portfolio consulting through program strategy, goal setting, benchmarking, trends, contract reviews, and risk management.
- Develop a deep, client-obsessed understanding of each client’s business and global insurance needs, designing innovative solutions that align with their long-term objectives.
- Facilitate global program development and strategic planning to establish client objectives.
- Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships through advocacy, assigned touch points, proactive communication, and expert application of insurance knowledge.
- Evaluate client insurance portfolios for coverage gaps and enhancement opportunities, providing strategic consultation for upcoming renewals.
- Act as a liaison between clients and insurance carriers during the claims process, ensuring claims are reported accurately and with precision.
- Monitor claim progress and provide transparent updates to clients to help expedite claim resolution.
- Collaborate relentlessly with team members, utilizing the agency management systems in an accurate and timely manner to enter and maintain all pertinent information.
- Market clients (new and existing) to obtain quotations through online rating or direct submissions to underwriting.
- Handle complex underwriting, premium negotiations, and renewal strategies, acting with integrity.
- Maintain, cultivate, and strengthen carrier relationships to understand carriers’ offerings and the value-driven suite of services and solutions.
- Schedule and lead client meetings and any client-facing events (e.g., lunches, in-person check-ins) for an assigned book of business.
- Contribute to the design and revision of current programs, and lead or participate in implementing new initiatives.
- Collaborate with colleagues to share market insights, industry trends, and best practices, and ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Identify opportunities to upsell or cross-sell additional insurance products to existing clients to drive account growth.
- Review policy documents and endorsements to verify accuracy and completeness with precision.
- Participate in regular team meetings to align on client renewals, strategy, and shared objectives.
- Coordinate with Management on invoicing premiums, completing premium finance agreement requests, and creating premium allocations as needed.
- Collaborate with Customer Service to review quotes, obtain additional information, review coverages, and generate accurate proposals.
- Commit to ongoing professional growth as a relentless learner, modeling adaptability and curiosity.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:
- A "Win as a Team" mindset, with the ability to collaborate relentlessly with internal and external partners.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate candidly and explain detailed policy concepts simply.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency in Google Suite is preferred.
- Experience in the Vertafore AMS360 Software preferred, or basic knowledge of an Agency Management System.
- Knowledge of, and practical experience in, staple insurance products - General Liability, Commercial Property, Auto, Umbrella, and Workers’ Compensation.
- Strong analytical, creative, and integrative skills.
- A minimum of 5 years of insurance brokerage or industry experience.
- Commercial Property & Casualty License required or obtained within 6 months of employment.
Physical Demands
This role requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or move items up to 20 pounds. The position involves frequent sitting, standing, and walking, as well as regular use of hands for typing, handling phones, and other computer-related tasks. Visual acuity is necessary for reading documents, viewing screens, and performing detailed work.
Work Environment and Schedule
The position is based on a hybrid office setting, with a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, with 3 days onsite in our Downers Grove, IL office and 2 days work from home.
Compensation
At BlueStone, compensation is based on experience, skills, responsibilities, internal equity, and market conditions. In alignment with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, employees performing substantially similar work receive equal pay opportunities.
Base Salary Range: $95,000 – $105,000 per year
BlueStone provides a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and personal well-being:
- Healthcare Coverage: Group Medical and Dental Insurance plans with employer-paid premium contributions.
- Voluntary Vision: Group Vision coverage available for employee purchase.
- Income Protection: 100% Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Group Basic Life Insurance & AD&D.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) policy and 10 paid company holidays per calendar year.
- Professional Development: Reimbursement for approved licensing and continuing education expenses.
Accommodation Notice
BlueStone Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact HR.