Commercial Lines Customer Service - Agent
Onalaska, WI
Posted 10 days ago
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Job Description
Commercial Lines Customer Service Agent – Property & Casualty
Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the 14th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. With a network of offices nationwide, our commitment to collaboration allows us to offer national resources combined with local service.
Why Alera Group
- Meaningful Impact: Help clients and employees navigate benefits programs that drive retention, engagement, and satisfaction
- Growth & Learning: Opportunities to deepen your expertise and gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries
- Collaborative Culture: Work in a team-oriented environment that values accountability, partnership, and the principles of The Collaborative Way
What You’ll Do / Your Impact
Client Partnership & Risk Strategy
- Manage client communications related to renewals, policy changes, audits, billing, and general service inquiries
- Respond promptly to client questions regarding coverage, billing, and claims
- Build rapport with clients and contribute to long‑term relationship retention
Operational Excellence
- Service a portfolio of commercial accounts across multiple industries
- Process endorsements, cancellations, certificates of insurance, and other policy changes
- Prepare and review renewal submissions, applications, and proposals for new and existing business
- Coordinate with underwriters and carriers to obtain quotes and coverage options
- Maintain accurate documentation and data entry within agency management systems
- Ensure adherence to insurance regulations, company standards, and client requirements
Strategic Contribution
- Support producers and account managers in marketing new and renewal business with a focus on retention
- Collaborate with internal teams and carriers to deliver seamless, high‑quality service
- Continue building technical knowledge of commercial insurance products and exposures
Qualifications:
What You Bring
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (associate or bachelor’s degree preferred)
- Active Property & Casualty insurance license, or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational, time‑management, and prioritization skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
Preferred
- Two or more years of commercial lines servicing experience
- Working knowledge of commercial insurance products such as general liability, property, workers’ compensation, auto, and umbrella
- Experience with agency management systems such as Applied Epic or AMS360
- Professional designations such as CISR or CIC, or willingness to pursue
Core Competencies
- Client‑first mindset
- Detail orientation and accuracy
- Accountability and follow‑through
- Professional communication
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Continuous learning and development
Additional Information:
Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.
This role is Hybrid
Professional Development – Alera Group Academy
- Role-specific learning paths
- Leadership development programs
- Technical and compliance training
- Industry certifications and continuing education support
- Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities
Licensure & Certifications
- Active State Life & Health License
- Ongoing continuing education to maintain active status
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.
Alera Group is a growing leader, reimagining the complex risk management, insurance and financial services delivery experience through intentional collaboration connecting clients to holistic solutions that protect and grow all they value most.Working collaboratively across specialties and across the country, Alera Group’s team of more than 4,400 colleagues offer unique solutions, personalized services and proactive insights to help ensure each client’s business and personal success.By harnessing the power of purposeful collaboration, our colleagues deliver clear, holistic solutions to the most complex business and personal challenges.
