Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

AMBA is seeking a Placement Specialist to join our growing team in Urbandale, Iowa! We are looking for someone who is eager to learn and grow in the insurance industry and thrives in an agile, team-oriented environment.

About AMBA

Since 1981, AMBA has been a trusted provider of essential coverage for retired public servants nationwide. Our reach extends to diverse groups, including hardworking public employees, state retirees, educators, military personnel, trade professionals, firefighters, law enforcement, Unions, Alumni groups, Allied Healthcare, and other non-profit associations. As a full-service marketing and membership development company, we proudly offer outstanding insurance services to our vast network of 44 million members across 450+ associations in all 50 states.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, spending accounts, and other voluntary benefits.
• Annual Bonus Program.
• Corporate 401k Matching.
• Generous time off, 10 paid company holidays, sick time off, and paid parental leave.
• Community Involvement perks, including 1 paid day off each year to volunteer with a local charity of your choice and company volunteer events.
• Support & development to cultivate your knowledge and continuing education to support your professional designations.
• Business casual dress code.
• Hybrid work arrangement.

About the Role

This insurance role supports customers by building and maintaining strong relationships with insurance brokers to place business effectively. The role partners closely with underwriters to develop and implement placement strategies that increase participation and drive profitable growth. Additionally, this position acts as a trusted resource for internal teams and external partners, offering insights on market trends, coverage solutions, and risk management.

The Day-to-Day

• Evaluate risk and utilize market knowledge to seek multiple quotes for business and clients.
• Build positive relationships with numerous carriers and brokers, often seeking new markets.
• Be a subject matter expert across multiple product lines.
• Have strong market knowledge with the ability to establish competitive insurance solutions for our clients.
• Provide application and policy consultation to clients.
• Work directly with the client, providing quotes, issuance and other information.
• Bind policies and handle mid-term communication and requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Current and active Property & Casualty license or the ability to obtain a license within 45 days of employment.
• College degree or 2+ years of related insurance experience.
• Underwriting experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate critical thinking.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks.
• Detail-oriented to ensure accuracy.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to navigate through multiple systems without assistance.

AMBA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge, and experience that difference brings to our culture, attracting top talent with shared values and forming the foundation for a great place to work.

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