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Vice President
Lockton
Houston, TX, United States
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Vice President
Business Insurance has recognized Lockton as one of the “Best Place to Work in Insurance” for nine years running. We think you’ll agree! A few of the reasons Associates love working at Lockton include:
• Opportunities for growth and advancement, including paid training and professional development
• 12-week paid parental leave
• A huge emphasis on community involvement –Associates are encouraged to support and volunteer for their favorite charities
• Frequent athletic and wellness events
• Social and teambuilding opportunities like happy hours and other celebrations
• Incredibly generous rewards; US Associates receive a Rolex for their 10 year anniversary!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop rapport with Lockton Benefit Company (LBC) and enhancing the “team approach and service delivery to all existing accounts and prospective accounts.
• Overall responsibility for unit performance including growth and persistency.
• Allocate resources/assign cases and prospect projects within the unit.
• Determine staffing needs for unit and represent unit’s needs/issues to Lockton Benefit Company Practice Leader.
• Actively participate in the interviewing and recruiting process for new hires.
• Primary role in continued training, development and primary resource for team members.
• Manage Associates and complete performance evaluations for unit (including salary and bonus review).
• Assist Producer in sales opportunities to prospective clients.
• Determine when Producer involvement is necessary in problem resolution.
• Assist Producer in establishing and meeting target revenue goals for existing and new business.
• Responsible for final reconciliation of received versus target revenue for unit book of business.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of annual LBC budget and business plan which includes budget and salary requirements.
• Attendance of internal meetings/educational programs.
• Participate in Management Team.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in business related field.
• Minimum of 15 years brokerage/consulting experience.
• Management experience preferred.
• Excellent organization, communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheet expertise.
• A complete working knowledge of welfare benefits in multiple product lines (i.e. medical, dental, life, AD&D, disability) with a clear understanding of risk and insurance.
• Complete working knowledge of differing financial arrangements and products available to clients (i.e. fully insured, minimum premium, ASO).
• Must be knowledgeable on compliance requirements and federal legislation.
• Must be available for travel and willing to accept responsibility for client/vendor entertainment.
Lockton Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. As a privately held company, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package reflecting our commitment to attracting and retaining great individuals. This includes health and dental coverage, which begins on your first day of work, 401(k) with match and immediate vesting, a competitive vacation plan and unrivaled career advancement opportunities.
Lockton is a global professional services firm with 6,500 Associates who advise clients on protecting their people, property and reputations. Lockton has grown to become the world’s largest privately held, independent insurance broker by helping clients achieve their business objectives. From its founding in 1966 in Kansas City, Missouri, Lockton has attracted entrepreneurial professionals who have driven its growth to become the largest privately held, independent insurance broker in the world and 9th largest overall. For eight consecutive years, Business Insurance magazine has recognized Lockton as a " Best Place to Work in Insurance ." To see the latest insights from Lockton's experts, check Lockton Market Update.
Lockton is known throughout the insurance industry as an entrepreneurial, progressive and successful insurance broker. As a result of continued individual and group accomplishments, Lockton has a record of steady and substantial growth. If you are a committed professional with a passion for delivering unparalleled service, Lockton is interested in hearing from you.
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