Assurity

Contracting & Appointment Specialist


PayCompetitive
LocationLincoln/Nebraska
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 546797

      Assurity is looking for enthusiastic, driven and collaborative people to join our team. We’re a company of vibrant and passionate people who work every day to advance our mission of helping people through difficult times – and who truly want t o make a difference. As a Certified B Corporation, we have a verified commitment to our people, community and planet, and we work every day to make the world a better place.

      Ample opportunities for growth, a thriving culture and coworkers who care as much as you do are just the beginning. Come work with purpose. Learn more: www.assurity.com/careers


      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

      55% Processes new agent contracts and appointments, which includes:

      • Reviewing contracting and appointment paperwork for completeness;
      • Notifying agents and/or recruiters of missing paperwork;
      • Ordering and reviewing background reports;
      • Verifying compliance with federal and state regulations and company guidelines;
      • Building and maintaining records and contracts;
      • Reviewing hierarchy to ensure it is set up correctly to pay commissions correctly;
      • Processing appointments according to procedures of 50 jurisdictions; and
      • Working with other departments on correct coding to policy applications.

      40% Provides customer service internally and externally regarding appointments and contracting, which includes:

      • Notifying agents and/or recruiters of pending requirements;
      • Communicating with producers to obtain additional information of a sensitive nature (bankruptcy documents, criminal information, etc.);
      • Completing and mailing contracts;
      • Responding to inquiries and requests on status and contracting procedures and guidelines;
      • Explaining regulatory changes to producers and internal customers; and
      • Researching and resolving problems.

      5% Performs other functions, which includes:

      • Assisting with and participating in team functions and events for the agent and new business administration department;
      • Assisting in special projects and other related duties as requested; and
      • Serving as a member of various committees and implementation teams.

      The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be substituted as necessary.

      EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

      • Two to five years of office experience.
      • Ability to type 40 words per minute.
      • Professional oral and written communication skills.
      • Problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and decision-making ability.
      • Execute tasks with detail and accuracy.
      • Work independently with a minimal amount of supervision.
      • Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks and deadlines.
      • Talent required in values, work intensity, achiever, positivity, resourcefulness, command, relationship, and exactness.

      EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

      • Associate degree, trade school certification or equivalent required.

      PHYSICAL AND WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

      • Ability to work 40 hours within flex-time guidelines required.
      • Some overtime may be required to complete job functions.


  • About the company

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