Vice President - Commercial Lines

Objective:

Join the Porter & Curtis branch of Heffernan Insurance! We are a consultative commercial insurance brokerage that provides superior client service day in and day out. Our culture is one of innovation; we embrace the notion that anything is possible. As a member of the Porter & Curtis team, you’ll be given the freedom to focus on your craft. We provide a comprehensive training and mentoring program to give you the initial knowledge and background to get started; how far you grow with us from there is up to you! We are looking for motivated, detail oriented people for our Vice President position. The Vice President supports customers and the brokerage team by:

Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To:

• Provide exceptional service to customers by acting as a broker representing the buyer. This is not a production role; it is a consultative position.
• Assisting clients in navigating their options and making informed decisions regarding their coverage.
• Work diligently on evaluating submissions and negotiating favorable terms on a daily basis. In addition to this, they manage comprehensive self-insurance programs, which involve assessing risks and determining the appropriate coverage levels.
• Collaborating closely with the firm's principals to develop comprehensive renewal strategies that align with both market trends and client needs.
• Conducting in-depth analysis of insurance exposure and meticulously reviewing claims data to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Leading and directing a dedicated team to ensure a seamless coordination of service offerings tailored specifically to meet the unique requirements of each customer.
• Spearheading innovative marketing initiatives aimed at enhancing customer engagement and facilitating successful renewal processes.
• Reviewing coverage options and associated documentation to ensure clarity and adequacy in meeting clients' insurance needs.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of products and industry trends to effectively support customer inquiries.
• Build and nurture relationships with clients to ensure ongoing satisfaction and loyalty.
• Collaborate closely with underwriters to evaluate risks and determine appropriate coverage options, ensuring that all policy terms meet both client needs and underwriting guidelines. This includes analyzing financial information, conducting thorough assessments of potential hazards, and negotiating terms to secure the best possible outcomes for both the insurer and the insured.

Requirements:

•  Education: Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degrees and designations a plus(MBA, J.D., C.P.A.)
• Experience: 7 – 10 years of professional experience required, insurance industryexperience a plus
• Superior communication skills (written and verbal)
• Attention to detail
• Comfort with negotiating directly with underwriters
• Commitment to learning and developing skills and knowledge
• Strong math/analytical skills
• Strong command of technology
• Superior skills with MS Office, specifically MS Excel

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $140,000. The offer will depend on the geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Heffernan offers a comprehensive benefits package; more details on which can be found at https://www.heffins.com/about-us/careers.

Heffernan Habits (Expectations):

These are practices that represent our unique culture.

• Smooth The Path And Be Respectful – Being respectful of one another is critical to developing and maintaining strong relationships. We are in this together as a team.
• Do Good – This is our core. We strive to do good for our clients, our company and our communities.
• Know Your Clients And Foster Relationships – Take the time to listen and learn. Build, maintain, and enhance the connections you make every day.
• Have Fun – Take the time to get to know your colleagues and let’s have fun! If we are happy and connected, we all will do a better job for our clients.
• Answer The Phone (And Email) – Be available and responsive to clients and colleagues.
• Be Humble And Own It – We all make mistakes – what’s important is that we take ownership for our mistakes and learn from them. Humility shows a willingness to learn and improve.
• Celebrate And Value Our Differences – We strive to be non-traditional. We all come from different backgrounds. Be open. Listen to others stories and experiences. Make an effort to not only include, but connect.  

Working Conditions:

• Work environment is indoors, sitting at a desk or standing for extended periods of time.
• Daily use of computers, keyboard, mouse, headset, printers, and other commonly used office equipment.
• This position may require flexibility to work hours outside of a regular schedule.